Korean-Style Tofu Stir Fry with Gochujang Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

Pan-fried tofu cubes tossed in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce with crisp vegetables for a satisfying vegan stir fry. This Korean-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, vegetable oil, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra firm tofu
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium, julienned red bell pepper
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 3, sliced green onions
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 medium julienned red bell pepper, 1 medium julienned carrot, and 3 sliced green onions. Sauté for 4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to skillet and pour sauce over tofu and vegetables. Toss gently and cook for 2 more minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir fry before serving.