Easy Teriyaki Tofu (and Vegetable Stir Fry)
This teriyaki tofu recipe is sweet, savory, and bold! Tender tofu cubes are coated in homemade teriyaki sauce, then combined with crunchy vegetables like broccoli and mushrooms.
Equipment
- Pressure cooker or rice cooker
- Tofu press
- Large frying pan or wok
Ingredients
Tofu
- 1-2 tablespoons neutral vegetable oil
- 12 ounces (1 pack) extra-firm tofu
Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1-2 fresh chile peppers, seeded and minced
- 4 large brown mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups green beans, chopped
- 1 can water chestnuts
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- Sea salt & pepper to taste
Garnishes
- Steamed rice
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
- Sriracha hot sauce
Instructions
Tofu
- Drain and press your brick of tofu between two hard surfaces with a heavy object over top for about 10 minutes. Press it for longer if you're using firm tofu.
- Once pressed, heat the oil in a large pan over medium. Cube the tofu, and add it to the pan. Fry it on each side for about 3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Season it with salt & pepper, then transfer it to a plate.
Vegetables
- Heat the sesame oil in the same large pan over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and broccoli, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- Add in the chile peppers, green beans, and sliced water chestnuts, cooking for another 3-5 minutes. When the veggies are tender, season them with salt & pepper.
- Next, add the cooked tofu and teriyaki sauce to the pan. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to fully incorporate the sauce.
- Serve the teriyaki tofu immediately over steamed rice with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, or Sriracha. Happy eating!
Notes
- Press the tofu: Pressing tofu ensures better flavor absorption and a crispier result. Don’t skip this essential step!
- Make the teriyaki sauce: Homemade teriyaki sauce allows for adjustments. You can make it sweeter or saltier based on your preference.
- Cook on high: Ensure your pan is hot enough for veggies to sear, not stew. If you have access to a wok or a large skillet with high sides, it’s best to use that.
- Serve right away: Serve your teriyaki tofu immediately for the best textures.
- Properly cook your rice: Take a look at our post on how to cook perfect rice for the fluffiest, most tender results.
- Prep the ingredients: Stir fries can move quickly, so it’s best to have all of your ingredients prepped and cut before starting to add things to the pan.
- Nutritional information is a rough estimate and should not be taken as health advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 65.8g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 14.7g | Saturated Fat: 2.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.8g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 790.2mg | Potassium: 757.1mg | Fiber: 5.4g | Sugar: 20.5g | Vitamin A: 655.2IU | Vitamin C: 53.9mg | Calcium: 389.2mg | Iron: 4.5mg
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