Stir-Fried Tofu and Vegetables with Gochujang Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

A colorful stir-fry featuring crispy tofu and fresh vegetables tossed in a bold, spicy-sweet gochujang sauce. This Korean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Firm tofu, Carrot, Red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes Firm tofu
• 1 large, julienned Carrot
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips Red bell pepper
• 1 cup, trimmed and halved Green beans
• 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 3, minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, for garnish Sesame seeds
• 2, sliced thin for garnish Green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and cook for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Sauté 3 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 large julienned carrot, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup trimmed green beans. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey until smooth. Pour sauce over vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
4. Step 4: Return the crispy tofu to the skillet, drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil, and toss gently for 2 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions for a flavorful Korean-inspired meal.