Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger Scallion Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

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Golden stir-fried tofu cubes tossed in a fragrant ginger scallion sauce that brings vibrant Asian flavors to your plate. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, fresh ginger 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: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
4 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes (pressed and cut into 1-inch pieces) in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 4 minutes until bottoms are golden and crisp.
Step 2: Flip tofu cubes carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden on all sides. Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 4 thinly sliced scallions to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp sugar. Cook for 1 more minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the ginger scallion sauce. Cook for 1 minute more, then serve immediately.