Fresh Hotel Citrus-Ginger Glazed Tofu with Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A flavorful vegan entree with tender tofu in a sweet-tangy citrus glaze, served over fluffy rice for a refreshing meal. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz, pressed and cubed firm tofu
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 cup, cooked rice
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2, thinly sliced green onions
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp orange juice, and 1 tbsp maple syrup until well combined.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
3. Step 3: Pour the soy sauce mixture over tofu in the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until glaze thickens and coats tofu, stirring occasionally. Serve immediately over 1 cup cooked rice, garnished with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds.