Healthy, flavorful, and ready in 20 minutes, this recipe for homemade teriyaki tofu is the perfect protein-packed addition to any stir fry, dinner bowl with rice, or even as a healthy snack! We toss cubed tofu in my teriyaki sauce that’s equal parts savory, tangy, and sweet, and then pan-fry it for those perfectly crisp edges.

Pan with cubed tofu with teriyaki sauce and a spatula scooping some.

If you think you hate tofu, I dare you to try this homemade Teriyaki Tofu recipe, and just wait to turn into the biggest tofu lover!

Real talk: this Teriyaki Tofu is next-level—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with that perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy.

This recipe uses my quick and flavorful 5-Minute Teriyaki Sauce, which soaks into the tofu as it cooks, making every bite sticky, savory, and satisfying.

It adds bold flavor and crave-worthy texture to any dish, but it truly shines in my fan-favorite 30-Minute Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry. Trust me, you’ll want to make this, and maybe even snack on the tofu straight from the pan!

As a Registered Dietitian, I love that tofu adds tons of protein to a dish, plus iron and calcium, which is why I have so many delicious and easy tofu recipes!

Bowl with teriyaki tofu udon noodle stir fry and veggies.

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Tofu Talk: Picking the Perfect Type

This is a recipe with extra firm tofu, and while I’ve tested it with both firm and medium firm tofu, I definitely recommend using extra firm tofu for the best results!

If you absolutely must, firm tofu can work in a pinch, but it’ll definitely require pressing it to get rid of the excess water for at least 20 minutes beforehand!

Pan with cubed tofu with teriyaki sauce.

Let’s Get This (Tofu) Party Started!

White and blue bowl with cubed tofu in it.
Step 1: Add cubed tofu to a bowl.
Bowl with cubed tofu in it and teriyaki stir fry sauce.
Step 2: Pour sauce over the tofu and mix.
Pan with cubed tofu with teriyaki sauce.
Step 3: Cook in a pan until the sides are crispy and sticky!
Pan with cubed tofu with teriyaki sauce and a spatula scooping some.
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Homemade Teriyaki Tofu for Stir Frys and More

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Author: Lauren McNeill, RD
Healthy, flavorful, and ready in 20 minutes, this recipe for homemade teriyaki tofu is the perfect protein-packed addition to any stir fry, dinner bowl with rice, or even as a healthy snack! We toss cubed tofu in my teriyaki sauce that’s equal parts savory, tangy, and sweet, and then pan fry it for those perfectly crisp edges.
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Ingredients
 

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Instructions
 

  • Extra firm tofu on a cutting board cut into 1 inch cubes with teriyaki sauce, lime and cilantro to the side.
    Cube tofu into 1 inch cubes.
  • Cubed tofu in a blue and white bowl tossed in teriyaki sauce.
    Toss in Teriyaki Stir Fry Sauce.
  • Teriyaki tofu cooking in a pan.
    Heat a large pan with 1 tbsp sesame oil over medium heat. Add the tofu, and let cook for 10-15 minutes, flipping every 3 minutes. Try not to flip the tofu too often, as we want to allow for some browning and crisping on the sides.
  • Udon noodle stir fry with tofu and vegetables in it with lime to garnish.
    Add to your favorite stir-fry, salad, bowl or enjoy as a snack!
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