Spicy Miso-Glazed Tofu with Bok Choy

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Crispy tofu cubes coated in a sweet-spicy miso glaze, served with tender bok choy for a vibrant vegan main course. This japanese-inspired vegan (vegan) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (400g), pressed and cubed firm tofu, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 14 oz cubed and pressed firm tofu on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp soy sauce; toss to coat evenly.
  2. Step 2: Bake for 15 minutes until golden at edges.
  3. Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  4. Step 4: Remove tofu from oven, brush with miso glaze mixture, and return to oven for 10 minutes until glazed and caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups chopped bok choy and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly wilted.
  6. Step 6: Serve glazed tofu over cooked bok choy.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Miso-Glazed Tofu with Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Spicy Miso-Glazed Tofu with Bok Choy?

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 white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Miso-Glazed Tofu with Bok Choy?

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 Spicy Miso-Glazed Tofu with Bok Choy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Spicy Miso-Glazed Tofu with Bok Choy vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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