Stir-Fried Tofu with Spicy Garlic-Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

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Firm tofu cubes stir-fried until golden and tossed in a bold, spicy garlic-soy sauce for a flavorful vegetarian main. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
3 tbsp vegetable oil
4, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, grated ginger
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp chili paste
1 tsp brown sugar
2 stalks, sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
Step 2: Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes (pressed and cut into 1-inch pieces) and cook without stirring for 4 minutes until golden on one side; flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until all sides are golden and crispy.
Step 3: Push tofu to the side of the skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the empty space, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp chili paste, and 1 tsp brown sugar, mixing everything together to coat the tofu evenly and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving hot with steamed rice or noodles.