Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Sesame in Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

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A vibrant stir-fry combining firm tofu with freshly grated ginger and toasted sesame seeds in a savory garlic sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, fresh ginger, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, 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 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, pressed and cubed firm tofu
2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
4 minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 sliced scallions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 tsp brown sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, then immediately add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Pour this sauce into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens and coats the pan.
Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet and gently toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.