Vegetarian Mongolian Stir Fry

Bring the bold, savory flavors of an Asian-inspired takeout classic to your kitchen with this quick and easy Vegetarian Mongolian Stir Fry. Packed with vibrant vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas, this dish delivers a satisfying crunch alongside golden, pan-fried cubes of tofu. The star of the recipe is its signature sweet and savory sauce, made with soy sauce, dark soy, brown sugar, and a touch of ginger and garlic for an aromatic kick. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner option that’s both healthy and delicious. Drizzle with sesame oil, sprinkle on sesame seeds, and serve over fluffy rice or noodles for an irresistible vegetarian meal that’s sure to become a household favorite. Ideal for those seeking quick vegetarian stir-fry recipes or a flavorful plant-based dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 1 cup snow peas
• 14 oz firm tofu, drained and cubed
• 3 stalks green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.25 cup water
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 4 cups cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water until the sugar and cornstarch have dissolved completely. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook them until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the broccoli florets, bell pepper slices, julienned carrot, and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes, until they are just tender but still crisp.

Step 5

Return the tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu and vegetables, and toss everything to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.

Step 6

Drizzle in the sesame oil and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the stir-fry. Toss to combine.

Step 7

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.

Step 8

Serve the Vegetarian Mongolian Stir Fry immediately over cooked rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2048.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2571.7

Total Fat 94.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 30.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6964.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 328.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 54.3g
Protein 111.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3080.7mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 2703.4mg	0%

*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: 32.6%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 50.3%