Sesame-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables
Crispy tofu coated in a savory sesame sauce, served with a colorful mix of stir-fried vegetables. This asian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs pressed and cubed Tofu, Soy sauce, Sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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
- 14 oz, pressed and cubed Tofu
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp, minced Ginger
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 cups, florets Broccoli
- 1 cup, sliced Carrots
- 2 tsp Cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bowl.
- Step 2: Toss 14 oz pressed tofu cubes with 2 tsp cornstarch until coated.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over high. Add tofu and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli and 1 cup sliced carrots to the wok, stir-frying for 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour sauce over vegetables and tofu, stirring until sauce thickens and coats everything.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sesame-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pressed and cubed tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sesame-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sesame-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
