Temple Hills Tofu Stir-Fry
A vibrant stir-fry with crispy tofu, snap peas, and a tangy ginger-soy sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice. This asian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs block (14 oz) firm tofu, snap peas, (sliced) bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 (sliced) bell peppers
- 2 tbsp (grated) ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1.5 cups jasmine rice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Press tofu for 15 minutes, then cut into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add tofu and sauté for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same pan, add remaining oil, then snap peas and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Return tofu to the pan. Stir in ginger, remaining 2 tbsp soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Step 4: Cook rice according to package instructions. Serve stir-fry over rice, garnished with sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Temple Hills Tofu Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Temple Hills Tofu Stir-Fry?
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 block (14 oz) firm tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Temple Hills Tofu Stir-Fry?
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 Temple Hills Tofu Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Temple Hills Tofu Stir-Fry vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
