Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger-Sesame Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Crispy cubes of tofu stir-fried with fresh ginger and coated in a glossy sesame-soy glaze, served over steamed rice for a satisfying vegetarian meal. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, canola oil, fresh ginger 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp canola oil
• 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2, thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes (pressed and cut into 1-inch pieces) and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until bottoms are golden and crispy.
2. Step 2: Flip the tofu cubes and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until all sides are golden and crispy.
3. Step 3: Push tofu to the side of the pan and add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the empty space. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour this glaze over the tofu and ginger mixture in the pan.
5. Step 5: Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu evenly. Sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions over the top before serving immediately.