Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Cashew Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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A quick, plant-based stir-fry featuring firm tofu, bell peppers, broccoli, and a creamy cashew sauce for a satisfying meal. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian, high-protein), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs firm tofu, bell pepper, broccoli for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
1 (sliced) bell pepper
2 cups (florets) broccoli
1 (julienned) carrots
3 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 cup (blanched) cashews
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves (minced) garlic
1 tbsp (grated) ginger
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Press tofu for 15 minutes to remove moisture. Cut into 1-inch cubes and set aside. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, cornstarch, and water; set aside as sauce.
Step 2: In a blender, combine cashews, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add tofu and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
Step 4: Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots to the wok. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Return tofu to the pan and pour in the cashew sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.