Stir-Fried Ginger Garlic Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A vibrant vegan stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed with fresh snow peas and shiitake mushrooms in a fragrant ginger garlic soy sauce. This asian-inspired vegan (vegan) ready in about 30 minutes pairs extra firm tofu (pressed and cubed), snow peas (trimmed), shiitake mushrooms (sliced) 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Step 2: Add 14 oz cubed extra firm tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crispy.
  3. Step 3: Push tofu to one side and add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the cleared space. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and 1 cup trimmed snow peas. Stir-fry everything together for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly and cook for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Garlic Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Ginger Garlic Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep snow peas (trimmed) from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Garlic Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Stir-Fried Ginger Garlic Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Stir-Fried Ginger Garlic Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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