Honey Soy Stir-Fried Tofu with Sesame and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

Firm tofu cubes stir-fried in a savory honey-soy sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a satisfying vegetarian entrée. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs vegetable oil, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 3, 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 firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp scallions, sliced
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 14 oz firm tofu and cut into 1-inch cubes. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes without stirring until bottoms are golden and crisp. Flip and cook another 4 minutes to crisp all sides.
3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 3 tbsp soy sauce along with 2 tbsp honey to the skillet. Stir gently and cook for 2-3 minutes until tofu is evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, season with 1/4 tsp black pepper, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp sliced scallions before serving.