Stir-Fried Tofu with Snow Peas and Shiitake Mushrooms

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

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A quick and vibrant stir-fry combining crispy tofu with tender snow peas and earthy shiitake mushrooms in a savory garlic sauce. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, pressed and cubed, vegetable oil, fresh garlic cloves, minced 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. 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 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz extra firm tofu, pressed and cubed
3 tbsp vegetable oil
3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
2 cups snow peas, trimmed
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 stalks scallions, sliced
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed extra firm tofu and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and 2 cups trimmed snow peas. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 more minutes until heated through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.