Stir-Fried Tofu with Miso and Garlic Scallion Sauce

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Pan-fried tofu cubes tossed in a savory miso and garlic scallion sauce for a satisfying vegetarian stir-fry with umami depth. This Japanese-inspired comfort-food recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, sesame oil, garlic 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 14 oz pressed tofu cubes and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy along the edges.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 3 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using) until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Push tofu to one side of the skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 4 thinly sliced scallions to the empty side, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Step 5: Pour miso sauce over tofu and scallions, stir gently to coat everything evenly, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the tofu.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

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