Secret Ingredient Tofu Skewers

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Crisp tofu skewers with a hidden miso flavor in the marinade, served with vibrant vegetable chunks. This asian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 1 block (14 oz), pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 4, soaked in water for 30 minutes bamboo skewers
• 1, cut into 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
• 1, cut into 1-inch pieces zucchini
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp white miso paste until smooth. Add the 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes, and toss to coat. Let marinate for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: Drain the tofu, pat dry, and toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch to lightly coat the surface for crispiness.
3. Step 3: Thread the marinated tofu cubes, 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces, and 1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces, onto the soaked bamboo skewers, alternating ingredients.
4. Step 4: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the skewers and cook for 4 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the tofu is golden and the vegetables are tender-crisp.