Miso-Glazed Tofu Bites
Crispy tofu cubes coated in a umami-rich miso glaze, perfect as an appetizer or main dish. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs block (14 oz), pressed tofu, miso paste, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1 block (14 oz), pressed tofu
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Cube tofu into 1-inch pieces and coat in rice flour. Press into a parchment-lined tray and fry in hot oil until golden, 5-7 minutes. Drain.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk miso, soy sauce, sake, and sesame oil until smooth. Pour over the tofu and toss to coat.
- Step 3: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes until the glaze thickens and caramelizes. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Tofu Bites take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Miso-Glazed Tofu Bites?
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 block (14 oz), pressed tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Tofu Bites?
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 Miso-Glazed Tofu Bites for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Tofu Bites?
Japanese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to general dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
