Vegetarian Stir-Fry with Tofu and Ginger-Sesame Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

Colorful vegetables and firm tofu stir-fried in a vibrant ginger-sesame sauce for a quick and nutritious meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian), 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 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 firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until golden on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pan, add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 julienned large carrot. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to the pan and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp honey. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu and vegetables.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.