Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Snow Peas

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A vibrant and speedy stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes and tender snow peas in a fragrant garlic soy sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs firm tofu, pressed and cubed, snow peas, trimmed, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubed and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crispy.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 cup trimmed snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until snow peas turn bright green and remain crisp.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt. Toss everything together and cook for another minute until the sauce evenly coats the tofu and vegetables.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic 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 firm tofu, pressed and cubed from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic 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 Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Snow Peas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Snow Peas?

Asian Fusion vegan 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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