Sesame Ginger Tofu Stir-Fry

Stir-fry is about speed and heat. Tofu and veggies are seared quickly to keep texture. Sesame oil brings it all together.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 420 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Wok: For frying.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1

Press and cube tofu.

Tip: Remove water.
2

Marinate tofu in soy, sesame oil, ginger, garlic.

Tip: Adds flavor.
3

Prep veggies. Mix cornstarch slurry.

Tip: Mise en place.
4

Fry tofu until golden. Remove.

Tip: High heat.
5

Stir-fry veggies. Steam briefly.

Tip: Crisp-tender.
6

Add sauce and slurry. Thicken.

Tip: Glossy sauce.
7

Add tofu, sesame seeds. Serve.

Tip: With rice.

Recipe FAQ

Tofu didn't brown?
Too wet or crowded.

Ingredients

  • 14 oz Firm Tofu
  • 1 head Broccoli
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 1 whole Red Bell Pepper
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 1 tsp Ginger (grated)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 0.5 cup Water
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice