Pan-Fried Tofu with Soy-Ginger Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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Golden pan-fried tofu cubes coated in a glossy soy and ginger glaze, perfect for a quick Asian-inspired vegetarian meal. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, cornstarch, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tbsp vegetable oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
1 tsp, toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Press 14 oz extra-firm tofu block to remove excess water, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss tofu cubes gently with 1/4 cup cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and pan-fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Stir and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat each piece in the soy-ginger glaze. Cook for an additional 1 minute to warm through.
Step 5: Serve garnished with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish.