Sesame Soy Tofu Stir-Fry with Zucchini
Crisped tofu and zucchini tossed in a sesame-soy glaze, finished with a squeeze of citrus.

Total
30 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 2 medium zucchini
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds(optional)
- 1 tbsp citrus (lemon or lime) juice
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (for crisping)
Instructions
- 1
Prep (15 minutes): Pat tofu dry and cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Slice zucchini into thin half-moons. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- 2
Cook (15 minutes): Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with neutral oil. Add tofu in a single layer and cook 6–8 minutes, turning until crisp and golden on most sides.
- 3
Add zucchini to the skillet and cook 4–6 minutes, stirring, until crisp-tender.
- 4
Stir together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Pour into the skillet and toss 1–2 minutes until glossy and evenly coated.
- 5
Finish: Turn off heat, squeeze in citrus juice, sprinkle with sesame seeds if using, and toss once more. Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
420
21% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
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