Spicy Air Fryer Tofu Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

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A plant-based, protein-packed dish with crispy tofu, snap peas, and carrots, tossed in a spicy garlic sauce that's both budget-friendly and bursting with flavor. This Asian-inspired air-fryer recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, snap peas, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
1 cup snap peas
2 medium, julienned carrots
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sriracha
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Press tofu into a cake to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss tofu with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Place tofu in air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in snap peas and carrots; cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add soy sauce and sriracha; stir until sauce thickens slightly. Return tofu to skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately.