Pan-Fried Tofu with Miso-Ginger Glaze and Sesame Greens

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

Golden pan-fried tofu glazed with a savory miso-ginger sauce, served alongside sautéed sesame spinach for a vibrant vegetarian meal. This Asian vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, white miso paste, and fresh ginger 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 3 cloves minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl until smooth; set miso-ginger glaze aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 14 oz pressed tofu slices and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Remove tofu and keep warm.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil and sauté 3 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 6 cups fresh spinach and 1/4 tsp black pepper, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still vibrant green.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet, brush each piece generously with the miso-ginger glaze, and cook for 1-2 minutes more until glaze is warm and slightly sticky.
6. Step 6: Plate tofu atop the sautéed spinach and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the dish before serving.