Name: Crispy Tofu with Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4 people
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 500 g oftofu (fresh (not to be confused with the silken tofu used in soups!)); 1 tuber ofginger; 1 onion; 6 pods ofgarlic; 4 tbsp ofsesame seeds (or cashews); 4 tbsp ofsoy sauce; 2 tbsp ofoil (I use olive oil or sesame oil...); wok (or...); sauté pan; chef's knife

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Updated on 29 November 2025 by

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6 reviews 4.2 : Very good

Diet

GFDF Gluten-free Lactose-free Lightweight Vegan Vegetarian

Level

Elementary

Calories

156 pour 100g

Preparation

15 minutes

Cooking

10 minutes

Wait

1 hour

Here’s my recipe for crispy ginger tofu—delicious and easy to make.

Not familiar with tofu? We also call it “soy cheese” around here. It comes in the form of light-colored blocks and is very nutritious. Rich in protein and low in fat, it’s a great alternative to animal protein.

Tofu can have a firm or silky texture, and its flavor is fairly neutral. For this reason, it’s often marinated before cooking to infuse it with the desired flavors and aromas.

In this stir-fried tofu recipe, my marinade is flavored with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Before cooking, I roll the tofu cubes in sesame seeds, which give them a crispy texture and a pleasant roasted flavor. I then stir-fry them with onions, and that’s it!

Once cooked and golden brown, this crispy ginger tofu is absolutely appetizing and flavorful. It makes an excellent side dish for steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes.

I hope I’ve inspired you to try this recipe, and that you’ll make it a part of your everyday cooking! No, tofu isn’t just for die-hard vegans—it’s a perfectly normal food that’s widely consumed in Asia. Give tofu a try in your kitchen and let me know how it goes!

Enjoy, and thank you in advance for your comments 🙏

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500 g of tofu fresh (not to be confused with the silken tofu used in soups!)
1 tuber of ginger
1 onion
6 pods of garlic
4 tbsp of sesame seeds or cashews
4 tbsp of soy sauce
2 tbsp of oil I use olive oil or sesame oil...

Kitchen utensils
wok or...
sauté pan
chef's knife

1
Cut the tofu into cubes and place it in a bowl.
Peel and mince the garlic, then add it to the bowl.
Peel the ginger and slice it into thin strips, then add it to the bowl.
Peel and finely dice the onion, then add it to the rest of the ingredients.
2
Mix everything together, then add the soy sauce, oil, and sesame seeds.
If you have time, let it sit for an hour or two in the fridge so the tofu can absorb all the flavors.
3
Heat a small amount of oil in a wok, and when it’s hot, add the mixture.
Cook over high heat for 4–5 minutes.
Stir frequently to prevent burning.
4
When the tofu is golden brown, remove it from the heat and serve.