Maple-Glazed Tofu & Rainbow Veggie Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

A vibrant, protein-rich stir-fry with crispy tofu and colorful seasonal vegetables in a sweet-savory maple-tamari glaze, ready in 25 minutes. This asian-inspired quick meals (vegan) ready in about 25 minutes pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, pure maple syrup 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 firm tofu
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 medium, sliced 1/4-inch thick bell peppers
• 1.5 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup snow peas
• 1 medium, julienned carrots
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Press tofu between paper towels for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until combined.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on one side, then flip and cook 2-3 minutes more until crispy on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp cooking oil to the skillet, then add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots, stirring to coat in oil, and cook for 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
4. Step 4: Add snow peas and cook for 2 more minutes until vibrant and crisp-tender. Return tofu to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and toss to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and bubbles around the edges.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.