Stir-Fried Tofu with Spicy Garlic and Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-16

Firm tofu cubes stir-fried with a spicy garlic soy sauce and crisp vegetables for a quick, flavorful vegan dish. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crisp.
2. Step 2: Push tofu to one side of the skillet. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes to the empty side, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
3. Step 3: Stir garlic and chili with tofu, then add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu.
4. Step 4: Add 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper and 3 sliced green onions, stir-fry for another 2 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tsp sesame seeds over the dish and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.