Sweet Soy-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables

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Pan-fried tofu coated in a glossy sweet soy glaze paired with crisp stir-fried vegetables for a balanced, flavorful meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce with 2 tbsp brown sugar and 3 minced garlic cloves until sugar dissolves, setting the glaze aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 400 g firm tofu cubes and fry for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Remove tofu and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil, then stir-fry 1 sliced red bell pepper (120 g), 1 julienned carrot (100 g), and 100 g snap peas for 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet and pour the soy glaze over everything. Toss gently and cook for 2 more minutes until the tofu is well coated and sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds over the dish, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sweet Soy-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Sweet Soy-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables?

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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet Soy-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables?

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 Sweet Soy-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sweet Soy-Glazed Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables 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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