Veggie Stir-Fry with Tofu and Rice

A vibrant and nutritious veggie stir-fry featuring tofu, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

NewPublished Feb 21, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time15 min
Total30 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Colorful veggie stir-fry with tofu and rice in a bowl.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
  • (1) bell pepper
  • (1) medium onion
  • (2) carrots
  • (1) zucchini
  • (2 cloves) garlic
  • (1 tbsp) soy sauce
  • (1 tbsp) sesame oil
  • (2 cups) cooked rice
  • (1 tbsp) vegetable oil
  • (1/2 tsp) ground ginger
  • (2 tbsp) green onions (for garnish)
  • (1 tbsp) sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Press the (14 oz) tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.

  2. 2

    Chop the (1) bell pepper, (1) onion, (2) carrots, and (1) zucchini into bite-sized pieces.

  3. 3

    Mince the (2 cloves) garlic and set aside.

  4. 4

    In a large pan or wok, heat (1 tbsp) vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Add the cubed tofu to the hot oil and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.

  6. 6

    In the same pan, add (1) chopped onion, (2) chopped carrots, and (1) chopped bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

  7. 7

    Add the (1) chopped zucchini, (2 cloves) minced garlic, and (1/2 tsp) ground ginger. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes.

  8. 8

    Return the cooked tofu to the pan, then pour in (1 tbsp) soy sauce and (1 tbsp) sesame oil. Stir to combine and heat through.

  9. 9

    Serve the stir-fry over (2 cups) cooked rice, garnished with (2 tbsp) sliced green onions and (1 tbsp) sesame seeds if desired.

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