Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger Scallion Sauce and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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A vibrant stir-fry dish featuring golden tofu tossed in a fragrant ginger scallion sauce with toasted sesame seeds for an Asian-inspired vegetarian meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
3 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp finely grated ginger
4 sliced thinly scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 14 oz pressed extra-firm tofu cubes with 3 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, then remove and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbsp finely grated ginger and 4 sliced scallions. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Cook for 1 more minute until the sauce is hot and slightly thickened.
Step 5: Return the tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat evenly with the sauce.
Step 6: Sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the tofu before serving for a nutty crunch.