Sautéed Ginger Tofu Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

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Quick and easy tofu stir-fry featuring fresh ginger, crisp snap peas, and toasted sesame for a flavorful vegan meal. This Asian vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, sesame oil, and fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 280 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 oz snap peas, ends trimmed
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add 14 oz pressed cubed tofu and sauté for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and crispy on all sides.
Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Toss in 8 oz snap peas and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 4: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl, then pour over tofu and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly and cooking for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.