Spicy Korean-Style Tofu Stir-Fry with Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

A vibrant and spicy tofu stir-fry inspired by regional Korean flavors, featuring crisp vegetables and a bold gochujang sauce. This Korean-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves 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, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated ginger
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into half-moons zucchini
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds

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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 pressed and cubed extra-firm tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced zucchini, and 1 julienned carrot, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
5. Step 5: Return the tofu to the skillet along with 3 sliced green onions, tossing everything together for 2 more minutes until heated through.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir-fry before serving.