Stir-Fried Tofu with Shiitake Mushrooms and Bok Choy

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A simple stir-fry featuring firm tofu, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and tender bok choy tossed in a savory garlic-soy sauce. This Asian-inspired healthy bowl recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, shiitake mushrooms, baby bok choy 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Press excess water from 14 oz firm tofu, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and stir-fry for 5 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and 2 cups chopped baby bok choy, stir-frying for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  5. Step 5: Return tofu to the wok, add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using), tossing everything for 2 minutes until well combined and heated through.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.

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