Simple Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Snow Peas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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Lightly pan-fried tofu tossed with crisp snow peas and fresh ginger for a wholesome and quick vegetarian stir-fry. This Asian fusion recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs snow peas, trimmed, fresh ginger, minced, 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 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: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu, drained and cubed into 1-inch pieces
2 cups snow peas, trimmed
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks green onions, sliced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu, cubed into 1-inch pieces, and cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until golden on one side.
Step 2: Flip tofu cubes and cook an additional 3 minutes until all sides are golden and slightly crispy. Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil. Sauté 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves over medium heat for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until snow peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet, pour 2 tbsp soy sauce over everything, and toss gently for 1 minute until tofu is coated and heated through.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.