Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Ginger and Texas-Style BBQ Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

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Crispy tofu stir-fried with fresh garlic and ginger, coated in a tangy Texas-inspired BBQ sauce for a flavorful vegan main dish. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, pressed and cubed, cornstarch, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz (400 g) firm tofu, pressed and cubed
3 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1/3 cup Texas-style BBQ sauce
2 stalks green onions, sliced
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Drain and press 14 oz firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss tofu cubes in 3 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, turning gently until all sides are golden and crispy.
Step 3: Push tofu to one side of the skillet and add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the empty space. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour 1/3 cup Texas-style BBQ sauce over the tofu and garlic-ginger mixture. Stir gently to coat tofu evenly and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the tofu.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.