Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Sauté the tofu until it is lightly browned on each side. Add to a 4- quart slow cooker.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water. Sesame seeds, brown sugar, tamari, pineapple juice, and ginger until the sugar fully dissolves. Pour over the tofu.

Add the remaining ingredients. Cook on low for 4 hours. Remove the lid and cook on low for 30 minutes.