Honey-Soy Glazed Tofu with Crispy Bok Choy
A restaurant-style Asian dinner ready in 25 minutes, featuring crispy pan-seared tofu and tender bok choy in a glossy sweet-savory sauce. This asian-inspired asian (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 14 oz block, pressed and sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces firm tofu
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 4 heads, trimmed and halved lengthwise bok choy
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, 1 tsp garlic, and 1 tsp ginger until combined. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu slices in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook 2 more minutes until crispy on both sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tsp garlic and 1 tsp ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add bok choy and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still crisp. Stir in the sauce mixture and cook for 1 minute until thickened and glossy, then return tofu to skillet to coat evenly.
- Step 4: Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Tofu with Crispy Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Soy Glazed Tofu with Crispy Bok Choy?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Tofu with Crispy Bok Choy?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Soy Glazed Tofu with Crispy Bok Choy for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Honey-Soy Glazed Tofu with Crispy Bok Choy high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
