Vegan Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce and Ginger Recipe
So you’re craving something fast, healthy-ish, with a little sass and a lot of peanut butter? Girl, welcome to stir-fry heaven.
This vegan tofu stir-fry brings crispy golden tofu, tangy ginger, and a creamy peanut sauce that tastes suspiciously indulgent (but isn’t).
You toss veggies, tofu, and sauce like a queen who doesn’t have time for dinner drama or another sad kale salad.
You plate this masterpiece in under 30 minutes, throw on your robe, and claim it’s gourmet—with zero shame and full chopstick flair.
It’s spicy, savory, plant-powered goodness that says, “I know my way around soy sauce, and I run on tofu confidence.”
Vegan Tofu Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce and Ginger Recipe
A fiery, flavor-packed stir-fry starring crispy tofu, fresh veggies, zesty ginger, and a rich peanut sauce—ready faster than you can order takeout.
Ingredients
Method
- Prep tofu: Press tofu for 10 minutes. Slice into bite-sized cubes like you’re on a cooking show.
- Make peanut sauce: Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, water, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth and dreamy.
- Cook tofu: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet. Toss in tofu. Sear for 6–8 minutes, turning until golden on all sides.
- Add veggies: Throw in broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry 5–7 minutes until veggies soften but still have sass.
- Flavor boost: Add ginger and green onions. Stir for 1 minute to activate that zing.
- Sauce it up: Pour in peanut sauce. Stir until everything’s glossy, fragrant, and begging to be devoured.
- Serve: Plate it hot with jasmine rice or noodles. Garnish with extra green onion if you’re feelin’ fancy.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 22 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 40% DV
- Iron: 25% DV
- Calcium: 20% DV
- Vitamin A: 30% DV
- Magnesium: 18% DV
Tips to Elevate This Stir-Fry Goddess Status
- Air fry tofu for extra crispiness if you’re fancy with gadgets.
- Add a splash of lime juice for a citrusy kick that screams summer.
- Swap in zucchini, mushrooms, or whatever sad veggie’s dying in your fridge.
- Add crushed peanuts on top—because crunch is self-care.
- Leftovers? Even better the next day—like revenge, but edible.
