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Tofu, Zucchini, and Yellow Squash Stir-Fry

Tofu, Zucchini, and Yellow Squash Stir-Fry brings tender vegetables and crisp-edged tofu together in a glossy soy glaze balanced with brown sugar and a gentle heat from sriracha. The flavors are sweet, salty, and lightly spicy, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a vibrant lunch bowl over rice. Serve it hot for a satisfying, veggie-forward meal.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves3
  • DifficultyEasy
Tofu, Zucchini, and Yellow Squash Stir-Fry
  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook and stir the garlic in the hot oil until just fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add the squash and zucchini, then cook and stir until the vegetables soften, about 7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Transfer the squash mixture to a bowl.

  5. 5

    Set the skillet back over medium-high heat, add the tofu pieces to the skillet, and sprinkle with brown sugar and soy sauce.

  6. 6

    Cook and stir until each side of the tofu is golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Return the squash mixture to the skillet; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes.

  8. 8

    Stir in Sriracha sauce and season with salt and black pepper.