Pan-Seared Tofu with Miso-Ginger Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

Crisp pan-seared tofu glazed in a savory miso and ginger sauce, served with scallions and sesame seeds for an umami-packed vegetarian main. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs white miso paste, soy sauce, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup until smooth and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Add 14 ounces of pressed extra-firm tofu cut into 1/2-inch slices in a single layer, cooking for 4-5 minutes without moving until the bottoms are golden brown and crisp.
4. Step 4: Flip the tofu slices and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes until golden.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to medium-low and pour the miso-ginger glaze over the tofu, gently turning each slice to coat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the tofu.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and drizzle 2 tablespoons sesame oil over the tofu. Sprinkle 2 thinly sliced scallions and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.