Spicy Gochujang Tofu Stir Fry with Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

A vibrant vegan stir fry featuring crispy tofu cubes coated in a savory-sweet gochujang sauce with colorful bell peppers and broccoli. This Korean recipe (vegan), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs firm tofu, cornstarch, vegetable 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz firm tofu
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp gochujang
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Press 14 ounces firm tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes and toss with 3 tablespoons cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp, then remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 teaspoon grated ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper and 2 cups broccoli florets, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Mix 2 tablespoons gochujang, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup in a small bowl, then pour over the vegetables. Return tofu to the pan and toss everything together, cooking for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tablespoons sliced green onions and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds before serving.