Miso-Glazed Tofu & Rainbow Veggies Stir-Fry
Silky tofu glazed in a savory-sweet miso-tamari sauce, stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and snap peas for a vibrant vegan weeknight dish. This japanese-inspired vegan (gluten-free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs pressed and cubed firm tofu, trimmed snap peas, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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
- 14 oz, pressed and cubed firm tofu
- 1 red, 1 yellow, thinly sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup, trimmed snap peas
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown, then set aside.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers and 1 cup snap peas. Cook for 4-5 minutes until veggies are crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar in a small bowl. Pour over veggies, stirring until sauce thickens and coats the vegetables. Return tofu to the skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Tofu & Rainbow Veggies Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 & Rainbow Veggies Stir-Fry?
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 pressed and cubed firm tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Tofu & Rainbow Veggies Stir-Fry?
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 & Rainbow Veggies Stir-Fry 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.
Is Miso-Glazed Tofu & Rainbow Veggies Stir-Fry vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
