**Stir-fried Noodles with Fresh and Baked Tofu: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors and Textures**
Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing stir-fried noodles, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish harmoniously blends the delicate chewiness of noodles with the succulent freshness of vegetables, the savory richness of sauce, and the delightful contrast of crispy and tender tofu. Whether you prefer the simplicity of fresh tofu or the aromatic depth of baked tofu, both variations offer a unique culinary experience that will leave you craving for more.
TOFU NOODLE STIR-FRY WITH SPRING VEGETABLES
A colorful, flavorful, veggie and noodle stir-fry perfect for spring and beyond! Gluten-free, plant-based, and protein-packed. Versatile and just 10 ingredients required!
Provided by Minimalist Baker
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- TOFU: In a small mixing bowl, gently mix together the cubed tofu, tamari, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. We like to cover with a lid and gently shake/toss to coat tofu with sauce. Set aside to briefly marinate.
- SAUCE: If using homemade tahini stir-fry sauce or peanut sauce, prepare at this time. Otherwise, skip to the next step.
- NOODLES: Place the noodles in a large bowl or pot and cover with just boiling water. Stir and let soak according to the package instructions (or for slightly less time). They should be tender but not mushy as they will continue cooking in the stir-fry. We found 2 minutes to be perfect. Drain, drizzle with a little bit of sesame oil to prevent sticking, and set aside.
- STIR-FRY: Heat a large wok or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the tofu along with the excess marinade. Sauté for about 8-12 minutes, flipping until each side is browned and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- With the pan/wok still over medium heat, add the sesame oil, green onions, and minced garlic. Sauté for ~1-2 minutes or until tender and fragrant. Add in the broccoli (or other sturdy vegetables such as onion, cauliflower, or green beans) and sauté until bright green and slightly tender but still crunchy (~3-5 minutes). Mix in the rest of the vegetables (carrot ribbons, baby bok choy, cabbage, and snap peas), and cook for 3-5 more minutes or until tender.
- Add the cooked noodles, tahini stir-fry sauce or peanut sauce, and cooked tofu into the pan. Sauté for a couple minutes, tossing constantly (tongs can be helpful) until the noodles and tofu are heated through and the sauce and vegetables are evenly dispersed.
- FOR SERVING: Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro, green onion, sesame seeds, lime wedges, and sriracha (or other hot sauce).
- Best when fresh. Leftovers will keep covered in a sealed container up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet until warmed. Not freezer friendly.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 450 kcal, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Protein 22.7 g, Fat 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1595 mg, Fiber 6.8 g, Sugar 11.6 g, UnsaturatedFat 14.8 g
MAGIC GARLIC TOFU
An unbelievably delicious tofu stir-fry, made with my easy baked tofu recipe and tossed with the most heavenly garlic black pepper sauce.
Provided by Ali
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare your baked tofu according to recipe instructions.
- Meanwhile, as your baked tofu (above) is draining and later baking, prep all of your ingredients for the black pepper sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together water, soy sauce, maple syrup, black pepper, cornstarch and ground ginger until combined. Set aside.
- In a large sauté pan, heat the butter (or oil) over medium-high heat until melted. Add the red onion and jalapeño, and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes, or until fragrant, stirring occasionally.
- Slowly pour in the soy sauce mixture, and stir until combined. Continue cooking until the mixture reaches a simmer and then thickens.
- Remove pan from heat. Add in the baked tofu, and toss until it is evenly coated in the sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with lots of toppings as desired.
TOFU STIR-FRY WITH NOODLES
If you don't have any leftover pasta, cook 6 ounces of spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions; drain, and rinse under cool water.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat; add tofu and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook,tossing occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to a plate.
- Heat remaining tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, cabbage, garlic, pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt;toss to coat. Cover; cook, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make sauce: In a small bowl (or liquid measuring cup), stir together peanut butter and 1/4 cup hot water until smooth; stir in soy sauce and vinegar.
- Add tofu, leftover spaghetti, and sauce to skillet; simmer until heated through and saucy, 1 to 2 minutes.
STIR-FRIED NOODLES WITH TOFU
Crunchy veg, smooth noodles and soft tofu, combined with a sweet and spicy sauce. This healthy vegetarian dinner for two is ready in just 30 minutes
Provided by Mary Cadogan
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the noodles in a bowl and pour over boiling water to cover. Leave for 4 mins, then drain and rinse under running cold water until cold. Drain well, then snip into short lengths with scissors.
- Rinse the tofu in cold water, then cut into small chunks. Pat dry with kitchen paper. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a wok or large frying pan, add the tofu, then stir-fry for 2-3 mins, stirring until lightly browned. Drain on kitchen paper.
- Add the remaining oil to the wok and heat up. Add the spring onions, ginger, pepper and mangetout, then stir-fry for 1 min. Add the noodles and beansprouts, then stir to mix. Blend together the curry paste, soy, chilli sauce and 1 tbsp water, then add to the wok, stirring until everything is well coated in the sauce. Serve sprinkled with coriander, with lime wedges for squeezing over.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 57 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.99 milligram of sodium
STIR-FRIED NOODLES
A healthy Chinese for all the family, quick and simple
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Snack, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the noodles according to pack instructions.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan, then stir-fry the ginger, garlic, carrot, pepper and mangetout, sugar snap or frozen peas over a high heat for 2-3 mins.
- Drain the noodles thoroughly, add to the pan with the onions and beansprouts, if using, then stir-fry for 2 mins.
- Mix together the soy sauce and vinegar, stir into the pan, then cook for 1-2 mins. Divide between individual plates or bowls and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 67 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 2 milligram of sodium
CRISPY SHEET-PAN NOODLES WITH GLAZED TOFU
Contrasting textures are a signature characteristic of Cantonese chow mein, in which crispy fried strands tangle with tender noodles. Here, that is achieved with the help of a sheet pan and an intensely hot oven. To ensure optimal crunch, start with the pan on the bottom rack to crisp the underside of the noodles, then move it up to the highest to encourage crackly noodles on top, too. Instant ramen noodles are the perfect choice for this recipe because they crisp up flawlessly; just soak them in boiling hot water to loosen them up before sliding them into the oven. The hoisin-marinated tofu is subtly sweet and carries a lot of the flavor in this noodle dish. Quick cooking baby bok choy adds freshness, but you could also use leftover vegetables or seasonal produce. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories dinner, noodles, vegetables, main course
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 450 degrees and place one rack on the top and one on the bottom. Fill a kettle or medium pot with water (about 8 cups) and bring to a boil. Place the noodles in a heat-proof bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 5 minutes, then drain. Set aside the bowl to use in Step 5.
- Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk to combine the hoisin sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup, garlic and sesame seeds.
- Place the noodles on a sheet pan. Add the sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of neutral oil, soy sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt. Toss to combine, then spread the noodles out evenly.
- Dip each tofu slice into the marinade, coating both sides, then add them to the sheet pan, pushing the noodles aside so that the tofu touches the pan and doesn't just sit on top of the noodles. Place on the bottom rack of the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Reserve excess marinade.
- Place the baby bok choy into the reserved bowl, then add the remaining 1 tablespoon of neutral oil and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and toss to coat.
- Remove the sheet pan from the oven (the noodles should be crisp on the bottom and around the edges) and add the bok choy to the pan. Return the sheet pan to the top rack of the oven and bake for 4 to 7 minutes until the greens are vibrant with crispy edges, and the top of the noodles are crispy. Drizzle with the remaining marinade, top with cilantro leaves and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right noodles: Use a type of noodle that can withstand the high heat of stir-frying, such as rice noodles, ramen noodles, or udon noodles.
- Prepare your tofu in advance: If you are using fresh tofu, press it to remove excess water before cooking. You can also marinate the tofu in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for added flavor.
- Use fresh, high-quality vegetables: The vegetables in your stir-fried noodles should be fresh and crisp. Use a variety of colors and textures for a more visually appealing dish.
- Cook your noodles and vegetables separately: This will help prevent the noodles from becoming overcooked and the vegetables from becoming mushy.
- Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet: A well-seasoned wok or large skillet will help prevent the noodles and vegetables from sticking.
- Stir-fry in small batches: Do not overcrowd the wok or skillet. Stir-fry the noodles and vegetables in small batches to ensure that they cook evenly.
- Add flavor with sauces and seasonings: Use a variety of sauces and seasonings to flavor your stir-fried noodles. Some popular options include soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Serve immediately: Stir-fried noodles are best served immediately after cooking. Garnish with fresh herbs and vegetables for a more flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Stir-fried noodles with fresh and baked tofu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. Be sure to follow the tips above for the best results.
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