Spicy Stir-Fried Tofu with Cashews and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

A vibrant Asian-inspired stir-fry combining crispy tofu, crunchy cashews, and colorful bell peppers tossed in a spicy garlic sauce. This Asian-inspired Super Bowl recipe (vegan), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
• 1/2 cup unsalted cashews
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 5 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp minced ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 sliced for garnish green onions
• 1 tbsp for garnish sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until edges turn golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup unsalted cashews, cooked tofu, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp red chili flakes. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through and sauce coats the ingredients.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.