Soy-Glazed Tofu Stir-Fry with Snap Peas

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A vibrant, protein-packed stir-fry with crispy tofu and crisp snap peas in a savory-sweet sauce. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Press 14 oz firm tofu between paper towels for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 8 oz trimmed snap peas and 1 medium grated carrot, cooking for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet, pour in the sauce mixture, and toss to coat. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the tofu and vegetables. Serve immediately.

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