Stir-Fried Tofu with Spicy Black Bean Sauce and Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-21 · Updated 2026-06-21

Firm tofu and crisp broccoli florets stir-fried in a bold, savory black bean sauce with a touch of heat. This Chinese-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, broccoli florets, 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp, divided vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp, rinsed and roughly chopped fermented black beans
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tsp dissolved in 2 tbsp water cornstarch
• 2 sliced for garnish green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pan, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 tbsp chopped fermented black beans, stir-frying for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes. Toss to coat the broccoli.
5. Step 5: Return the tofu to the pan and pour in 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu and broccoli.
6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.