If comfort food had a glow-up, this would be it. This Maple Garlic Tofu Skillet takes all the best parts of a cozy dinner โ golden, caramelized edges, rich sauce, and roasted veggies โ and makes them completely plant-based and unbelievably satisfying.
The maple garlic glaze is sticky, sweet, and savory all at once โ it clings to crispy tofu cubes and creates the kind of glossy skillet photo Pinterest loves. Paired with roasted vegetables, this meal is hearty, protein-packed, and quick enough for any night of the week.
This recipe feels like a Friday night in. The scent of garlic caramelizing in maple syrup fills the kitchen, the tofu sizzles to that perfect crisp, and youโre left with a golden, glossy skillet that looks as good as it tastes.
Itโs the kind of meal that looks restaurant-worthy but feels homemade โ warm, grounding, and just indulgent enough to feel special. The combination of sweet maple, roasted garlic, and earthy veggies gives it that seasonal comfort energy your audience craves from late fall through winter.
Sweet, garlicky, and cozy โ this Maple Garlic Tofu Skillet is a one-pan vegan dinner youโll make all season long. Crispy tofu tossed in a sticky maple sauce with roasted veggies for the ultimate comfort meal. ๐
Press tofu for 10 minutes to remove moisture. Cut into cubes and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread vegetables on a sheet pan. Roast at 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) for 15 minutes until tender and caramelized.
In a skillet, pan-fry tofu over medium heat until crisp and golden on all sides.
In the same pan, add garlic, maple syrup, soy sauce, and vinegar. Stir until bubbling and slightly thickened.
Add roasted veggies and tofu to the glaze, toss well to coat, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.