Fourth Floor Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas
A quick and healthy stir-fry featuring crispy tofu, fresh snow peas, and a bright ginger-soy sauce. This asian-inspired 4th of july ready in about 25 minutes pairs pressed and cubed firm tofu, trimmed snow peas, minced fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 3, 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.
Ingredients
- 14 oz, pressed and cubed firm tofu
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 sliced green onions
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and stir-fry for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until edges are golden and crispy.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Toss in 2 cups trimmed snow peas and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tsp sesame oil, stirring to coat all ingredients evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds on top before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fourth Floor Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Fourth Floor Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas?
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 pressed and cubed firm tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fourth Floor Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas?
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 Fourth Floor Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.
What goes well with Fourth Floor Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas?
Asian 4th of july like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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