Miso-Marinated Tofu with Sesame and Ginger

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

Tofu coated in a savory miso glaze, pan-seared until golden, and finished with sesame and ginger for a umami-rich dish. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs white miso paste, rice vinegar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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 cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp white miso paste
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 2, thinly sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger until smooth.
2. Step 2: Add 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu to the miso mixture, coating each piece thoroughly, and marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and cook for an additional 1 minute to glaze the tofu. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup sesame seeds and 2 green onions (thinly sliced) before serving.