Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu and Ginger-Sesame Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

A colorful mix of crisp vegetables and pan-fried tofu tossed in a fragrant ginger-sesame sauce for a satisfying vegetarian meal. This Asian-inspired Father’s Day recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra firm tofu
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 large, thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 medium, julienned carrots
• 1 cup snap peas
• 3 stalks, chopped green onions
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 large thinly sliced red bell pepper, 2 cups broccoli florets, 2 julienned carrots, and 1 cup snap peas. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp brown sugar until smooth. Pour sauce into skillet and cook for 2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to skillet and toss gently with vegetables and sauce. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 3 chopped green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.