Miso-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Silky tofu glazed with a savory-sweet miso sauce, served over quickly stir-fried bok choy for a restaurant-quality vegetarian dinner. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 35 minutes pairs Firm tofu, White miso paste, Rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 Firm tofu
- 3 tbsp White miso paste
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 12 oz Bok choy
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu in a shallow dish, pour miso sauce over it, and gently toss to coat; marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 12 oz trimmed and halved bok choy to the skillet, stirring to coat; cook for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Push bok choy to one side, add marinated tofu (reserving excess sauce), and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Step 6: Return bok choy to skillet, pour in reserved miso sauce, and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 7: Garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 with Stir-Fried Bok Choy?
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 firm tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Bok Choy?
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 with Stir-Fried Bok Choy 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 with Stir-Fried Bok Choy?
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
- ★★★★★
My family devoured it. The miso glaze added such depth to the tofu.
- ★★★★★
This became a weekly staple! The tofu was perfectly glazed and the bok choy was crisp.
- ★★★★☆
The miso glaze was a hit, but the bok choy took longer to cook than expected.
