Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Scallions in Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed in a fragrant ginger and scallion soy sauce glaze for a savory vegetarian delight. This Chinese-inspired St. Patrick’s Day recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, ginger, scallions 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu
1 tbsp finely grated ginger
3 stalks thinly sliced scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: Drain and press 14 oz firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut into 1-inch cubes and toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch for a light coating.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp finely grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp water to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly for about 1-2 minutes.
Step 5: Return the crispy tofu to the skillet along with 3 stalks thinly sliced scallions. Toss everything together for 1 minute until tofu is well coated and scallions are slightly softened but still vibrant.
Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.