Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger-Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

A colorful mix of crunchy vegetables and golden tofu tossed in a savory ginger-soy sauce for a quick, healthy meal. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, pressed and cubed, broccoli florets, red bell pepper, sliced 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 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Press and cut 14 oz firm tofu into 1-inch cubes. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Add tofu cubes and sauté for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and slightly crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, and 1 julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth.
6. Step 6: Return the tofu to the skillet and pour in the sauce mixture. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu and vegetables.
7. Step 7: Sprinkle 2 sliced green onions over the stir-fry and toss gently before serving.