Korean-Style Spicy Tofu Stir Fry with Vegetables

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

A vibrant Korean-inspired stir fry featuring firm tofu and crunchy vegetables tossed in a spicy gochujang sauce. This korean-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves, medium, julienned carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, thinly sliced bell pepper
• 1 small, sliced into half-moons zucchini
• 2, chopped green onions
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy.
2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 medium julienned carrot, 1 medium thinly sliced bell pepper, and 1 small sliced zucchini to the skillet. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the tofu and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly.
4. Step 4: Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the ingredients. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 chopped green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.