A tofu stir fry is a delicious, quick, and healthy meal that comes together in one pan, making it the perfect dish for busy weeknights. With crispy tofu, a variety of fresh vegetables, and a savory stir-fry sauce, this dish is light but satisfying, offering a wonderful balance of flavors and textures.
The key to a perfect tofu stir fry is getting your tofu crispy. Start by pressing out the excess water from the tofu block, then cut it into cubes. Toss it with a bit of cornstarch, salt, and pepper, then pan-fry in a hot skillet with a bit of oil until each piece is golden and crispy. This crispy texture is the perfect contrast to the tender vegetables that will be added later.
For the vegetables, you can go with whatever you have on hand, bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and mushrooms all make great additions. Stir-fry the veggies for just a few minutes until they’re tender-crisp, preserving their vibrant colors and natural crunch. Feel free to mix and match based on your preferences or what’s in season.
The real magic happens when you add the stir-fry sauce. A simple blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a dash of sesame oil gives the dish that classic Asian-inspired flavor. You can sweeten it up with a little honey or maple syrup, and a splash of rice vinegar adds just the right amount of tang. Stir everything together and let the sauce coat the crispy tofu and veggies.
Serve your tofu stir fry over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal. For extra crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top or add a handful of chopped peanuts.
Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, this tofu stir fry is the perfect weeknight dinner. It’s quick, customizable, and full of fresh, vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- 200 g tofu sliced into cubes
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 carrot sliced
- 1 broccoli florets separated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3 Green onions chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Add tofu cubes to the bowl and toss to coat them in the sauce.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- Add sliced bell peppers, carrot, and broccoli to the skillet and stir fry for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the marinated tofu cubes to the other side.
- Cook the tofu for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Season the stir fry with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve the tofu stir fry hot over steamed rice or noodles.