Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic, Ginger, and Green Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

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A quick and healthy Asian-inspired stir fry featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed with fresh green beans, garlic, and ginger in a savory soy sauce glaze. This Asian-inspired game-day recipe (vegan), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, green beans, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
8 oz, trimmed and halved green beans
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
2 stalks, sliced thin green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook, turning occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil, then add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 8 oz trimmed and halved green beans and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until beans are tender-crisp.
Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats tofu and beans.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.