Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Snow Peas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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A quick and light stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes and tender snow peas, accented with aromatic garlic and a touch of soy sauce. This Chinese-inspired game-day recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 32 minutes, pairs firm tofu, snow peas, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

300 grams firm tofu
150 grams snow peas
4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Press 300 grams of firm tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy.
Step 3: Mince 4 garlic cloves and add to the wok with the tofu, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4: Add 150 grams of snow peas to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green and remain crisp.
Step 5: Pour in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon sesame oil, tossing everything to evenly coat. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 6: Stir-fry for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the tofu and snow peas. Serve immediately.