Sesame Ginger Tofu Stir-Fry (Light Sauce)
Crisp-tender tofu and quick vegetables coated in a light sesame-ginger sauce.

Total
27 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
12 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola/avocado)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame seeds(optional)
- 2 tbsp green onions, sliced(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Press tofu (if not pre-pressed), then cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- 2
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu in a single layer and cook 6–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden.
- 3
Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the pan with the tofu. Stir-fry 4–5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- 4
Stir in garlic and ginger for 30 seconds. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and water; toss to coat and simmer 30–60 seconds until the sauce lightly clings.
- 5
Serve immediately, topped with sesame seeds and green onions if using.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
360
18% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrate | 26 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 780 mg |
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