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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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 block 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 2 carrots julienned
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp natural peanut butter smooth or chunky, we don’t judge
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp water to thin the sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic minced
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional but highly recommended for spice queens

Method
 

  1. Prep tofu: Press tofu for 10 minutes. Slice into bite-sized cubes like you’re on a cooking show.
  2. Make peanut sauce: Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, water, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth and dreamy.
  3. Cook tofu: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet. Toss in tofu. Sear for 6–8 minutes, turning until golden on all sides.
  4. Add veggies: Throw in broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry 5–7 minutes until veggies soften but still have sass.
  5. Flavor boost: Add ginger and green onions. Stir for 1 minute to activate that zing.
  6. Sauce it up: Pour in peanut sauce. Stir until everything’s glossy, fragrant, and begging to be devoured.
  7. 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.