Easy Zucchini Tofu Stir Fry Vegan Recipe

Craving a quick, healthy, and incredibly flavorful weeknight meal? This Easy Zucchini Tofu Stir Fry is your answer! Packed with vibrant vegetables, crispy tofu, and a savory sauce, it’s a vegan delight that comes together in a flash. Get ready to add this amazing dish to your regular rotation!

Ingredients

• 1 block (14-16 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed), divided
• 2 medium zucchinis, halved lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch crescent moons
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• For the Stir Fry Sauce:
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 2 tbsp water or vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• Optional garnish: sesame seeds, chopped green onions

Instructions

1. **Prepare Tofu:** Press excess water from the tofu. Cut into 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, toss the tofu cubes with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. **Make the Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients: soy sauce, water/broth, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and 1 tsp cornstarch. Set aside.
3. **Cook Tofu:** Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the coated tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
4. **Sauté Vegetables:** Add the remaining 1 tbsp neutral oil to the same skillet. Add the sliced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. **Add Aromatics & Zucchini:** Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the sliced zucchini and cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender-crisp.
6. **Combine & Sauce:** Return the cooked tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Give the prepared stir-fry sauce a quick whisk again (as cornstarch can settle) and pour it over the tofu and vegetables.
7. **Thicken & Serve:** Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
8. Serve immediately over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.