Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews

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A fast and flavorful stir-fry showcasing crispy tofu, crunchy snow peas, and toasted cashews in a fragrant ginger soy sauce. This asian fusion-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, unsalted cashews, minced fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz cubed firm tofu with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 1/2 cup unsalted cashews to the skillet, stir-frying for 3 minutes until peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce slightly thickens and coats the tofu and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews 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 Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews?

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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews?

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 Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews 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 Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews?

Asian Fusion vegetarian 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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