Stir-Fried Tofu with Snap Peas, Carrot and Ginger-Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

A vibrant stir-fry featuring firm tofu and a medley of fresh regional vegetables tossed in a fragrant ginger-soy sauce for a wholesome vegan meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, carrot, snap peas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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, julienned carrot
• 1 cup, trimmed snap peas
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 3, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until golden on all sides; remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium julienned carrot, 1 cup snap peas, and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Return the tofu to the wok, then add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil; toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through and the sauce coats the ingredients.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 3 sliced green onions, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.