Stir-Fried Tofu with Spicy Garlic-Sesame Sauce and Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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Firm tofu cubes stir-fried with crisp broccoli in a bold garlic and sesame sauce with a spicy kick, perfect for a vegan main dish. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
3 cups broccoli florets
3 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the broccoli and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth.
Step 5: Pour the sauce into the skillet with broccoli and garlic. Stir constantly for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
Step 6: Return the tofu to the skillet and gently toss everything together to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Step 7: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.