Pan-Fried Tofu with Sesame-Ginger Glaze and Stir-Fried Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

Golden pan-fried tofu glazed with a fragrant sesame-ginger sauce, served alongside crisp stir-fried vegetables for a balanced vegan meal. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, sesame oil, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper and 2 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup in a small bowl. Pour the glaze over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
5. Step 5: Return the tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Gently toss everything together for 1-2 minutes to warm through and coat tofu with sauce.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.