Ginger Tofu Stir-Fry
Crispy pan-fried tofu and crunchy vegetables come together in a savory ginger-garlic sauce in under 30 minutes.
Sodium note
Low-sodium tamari plus fresh ginger and garlic deliver savory depth without a heavy sodium load.
Ingredients
- One 14-oz block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced
Method
- 1
Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch until lightly coated.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and fry tofu 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden on all sides. Remove to a plate.
- 3
Add remaining oil to the pan and stir-fry broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 4
Add garlic and ginger, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, honey, and water, then pour into the pan along with the tofu, tossing to coat everything evenly.
- 6
Cook 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the vegetables and tofu.
- 7
Top with green onions and serve over rice.
Nutrition (estimated, per serving)
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbs
- 22g
- Fat
- 16g
- Sodium
- 220 mg
Nutrition and sodium information is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredients, brands, serving sizes and preparation methods. Always check the labels on the products you buy.
Substitutions
- Use tempeh in place of tofu for a firmer, nuttier bite.
- Swap snap peas for green beans if that's what's on hand.
- Use coconut aminos instead of tamari for an even lower-sodium version.
Tips
- Pressing the tofu for at least 15 minutes removes excess water so it crisps up properly.
- Cornstarch coating creates a light crust that helps the sauce cling nicely.
- Add a drizzle of toasted sesame oil at the end for extra aroma.
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