Quick Stir-Fried Korean Spicy Tofu with Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

A fast, flavorful Korean-inspired stir-fry featuring firm tofu cubes coated in a spicy gochujang sauce, tossed with crisp vegetables for a satisfying plant-based meal. This Korean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs carrot, julienned, bell pepper, thinly sliced, green onions, sliced 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 stalks green onions, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy; remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 julienned carrot, and 1 thinly sliced bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables start to soften but remain crisp.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 2 tbsp water until smooth.
4. Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over the tofu and vegetables. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or noodles.