Quick Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Spicy Tofu and Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A fast and flavorful stir-fry combining chewy udon noodles, crisp vegetables, and crispy tofu tossed in a spicy soy-ginger sauce. This Japanese-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, cornstarch, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 12 oz udon noodles (fresh or frozen)
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 cup, trimmed snap peas
• 3, sliced green onions
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp for garnish sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz pressed firm tofu cubes with 3 tbsp cornstarch to coat evenly. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry tofu for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy; remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Bring a pot of water to boil and cook 12 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles for 3-4 minutes until just tender; drain and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and sauté 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 large julienned carrot, 1 cup snap peas, and 3 sliced green onions; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet along with drained udon noodles. Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha, and 1 tsp sesame oil; toss everything together over medium heat for 2 minutes until heated through and well coated.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving immediately.