Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic-Ginger and Snow Peas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu, fresh snow peas, and a fragrant garlic-ginger sauce that brings bright Asian flavors to your plate. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, drained and cubed into 1-inch pieces firm tofu
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
1 cup trimmed snow peas
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 sliced diagonally green onions
1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 14 oz firm tofu and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tsp cornstarch to lightly coat.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, turning gently until all sides are golden and slightly crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4: Add 1 cup snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, and 1 tsp cornstarch in a small bowl. Pour into skillet with snow peas and garlic-ginger. Cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
Step 6: Return tofu to the skillet, drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil, sprinkle 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using, and toss with 2 sliced green onions. Cook for 1 more minute to combine flavors before serving.