Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Sesame Soy Glaze

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Firm tofu pan-fried until golden and glazed with a spicy, savory sesame soy sauce for a vibrant vegan main. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs firm tofu, cornstarch, sesame oil 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Press a 14 oz block of firm tofu for 20 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1/2-inch thick slices. Lightly dust each slice with 1/4 cup cornstarch, shaking off excess.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu slices in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until each side is golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sriracha sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp freshly grated ginger.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet, gently toss to coat all pieces with the spicy sesame soy glaze.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions over the tofu just before serving for added texture and freshness.

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