Spicy Stir-Fried Tofu with Fire-Roasted Vegetables

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu and fire-roasted veggies tossed in a spicy soy-chili sauce. This Korean-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Press 14 oz extra-firm tofu between paper towels for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Preheat broiler on high. Slice 1 medium red bell pepper, 1 medium zucchini, and 1 small yellow onion into 1/2-inch strips. Spread on a baking sheet and broil for 6-8 minutes, turning halfway until edges char slightly and vegetables soften.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil and 3 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broiled vegetables, cooked tofu, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp gochujang, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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