Tofu and Bok Choy Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Tofu and Bok Choy Stir Fry, a quick and healthy recipe bursting with flavor and texture. Firm, golden-crisp tofu cubes are paired with tender-crunchy bok choy in a savory, gingery soy sauce, accented with sesame oil for a nutty depth. The addition of minced garlic and an optional sprinkle of red chili flakes brings a delicious aromatic kick to this plant-based dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this stir-fry is perfect for busy nights and versatile enough to serve over steamed rice or noodles. Packed with protein and nutrients, it’s a satisfying, vegan-friendly meal that’s as easy to make as it is to devour!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces firm tofu
• 4 cups bok choy
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 stalks green onions
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess water by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for 10 minutes. Once pressed, cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Wash and chop the bok choy into bite-sized pieces. Separate the leafy greens from the thicker stems as they require different cooking times.

Step 3

Mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the green onions thinly. Set these aromatics aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, cornstarch, water, and red chili flakes (if using) to create the stir fry sauce. Whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove the tofu and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add sesame oil and stir in the minced ginger and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

Step 7

Add the bok choy stems to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Then, add the leafy greens and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender but still crisp.

Step 8

Return the tofu to the skillet along with the stir fry sauce. Toss everything together to coat and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Garnish the stir fry with sliced green onions and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1258.3 grams (1258.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	946

Total Fat 74.20g	95%
Saturated Fat 10.20g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2038mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 32.50g	12%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 58.30g	117%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1295mg	100%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 3404mg	72%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.8%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 12.6%