Crispy Pan-Fried Tofu with Tangy Glaze

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A crispy, flavorful tofu dish with a tangy glaze, perfect for a quick meal. This Asian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs tofu, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and sesame oil to make the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. Step 3: Pour the glaze over the tofu, stir to coat, and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.

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