Best 5 Tofu Noodle Soup Recipes

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Seeking a comforting and savory meal? Look no further than this tofu noodle soup! Indulge in a symphony of textures and flavors in every spoonful. This delectable soup features soft tofu, chewy noodles, and an aromatic broth infused with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Top it off with fresh herbs and vegetables for an extra burst of vibrancy.

Our collection of recipes offers variations to cater to different preferences. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a meatless delight or a fan of spicy cuisine, we've got you covered. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, making it easy for home cooks of all skill levels to create this nourishing soup. Dive into the comforting goodness of tofu noodle soup and savor its delightful flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN TOFU NOODLE SOUP



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Ginger, garlic and sherry jazz up this soup loaded with veggies and noodles. We like to accent ours with peanuts and green onions. -Diana Rios, Lytle, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
7 ounces firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup fresh snow peas, julienned
1 large carrot, shredded
2 green onions, thinly sliced
8 ounces uncooked Chinese egg noodles or uncooked spaghetti
Optional: Finely chopped peanuts and additional green onions

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic and, if desired, pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute or until fragrant., Add mushrooms, broth, sherry and soy sauce; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes. Add tofu, snow peas, carrot and green onions. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions; drain and divide among 4 bowls. Pour soup over noodles. If desired, sprinkle with peanuts and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1961mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

TOFU AND NOODLE COCONUT-CURRY SOUP



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A rich and creamy coconut curry noodle soup with select vegetables and plenty of Asian inspired flavors.

Provided by FLAMINGOFLUFF

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Curry Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup water
2 carrots, chopped
½ zucchini, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons ground coriander
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
2 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
2 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed
1 quart vegetable broth
½ (16 ounce) package uncooked whole wheat spaghetti
1 (5 ounce) can nonfat evaporated milk
2 tablespoons coconut extract
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until tender. Stir in water, carrots, and zucchini. Season with coriander, cumin, turmeric, ginger, and curry powder. Mix in tofu, and continue cooking 10 minutes, until vegetables are tender and tofu is heated through.
  • Bring the broth to boil in a large pot, and cook the noodles about 3 minutes. Stir tofu and vegetables into the pot. Mix in evaporated milk and coconut extract. Season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until noodles are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.4 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 524.3 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

JAPANESE MUSHROOM AND TOFU UDON NOODLE SOUP



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This Japanese udon noodle soup with kimchi-miso broth is made with mushrooms and tofu. Top with roasted, peeled tomato halves, if desired.

Provided by Kevin Schmidt

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound udon noodles
8 cups water
1 ounce dried kombu (dried kelp)
6 shiitake mushroom caps, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped kimchi
½ red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
4 green onions, sliced
3 tablespoons miso paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese rice wine)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 lime, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons canola oil, or as needed
½ (14 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook udon in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking; set aside.
  • Combine water and kombu in a large soup pot over medium heat; bring to a gentle simmer. Turn off heat and pour through a fine sieve or strainer. Pour broth back into the soup pot and discard the kombu. Add mushrooms, kimchi, bell pepper, green onions, miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, mirin, maple syrup, ginger, sesame oil, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  • While soup is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and fry on each side until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove tofu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Add tofu to the soup.
  • Divide udon noodles amongst 4 bowls. Ladle the hot broth-tofu mixture over top and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.7 calories, Carbohydrate 89.4 g, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 2018.5 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

SARAH'S TOFU NOODLE SOUP



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Tastes just like chicken noodle soup but with tofu. I add raisins to this soup, just like grandma used to.

Provided by Sarah Dipity

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons butter
2 cups sliced carrots
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 ½ cups chopped celery
1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
12 cups vegetarian chicken-flavored broth
2 cups egg noodles
1 (14 ounce) container extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed
¼ cup raisins
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a stockpot over medium heat. Stir in the carrots, onion, celery, and garlic and cook until just tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour in the broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the noodles, tofu, raisins, basil, oregano, poultry seasoning, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and pepper. Dissolve the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the soup. Return soup to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1484.3 mg, Sugar 13 g

TOFU NOODLE SOUP



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A simple and delicious twist on the traditional chicken noodle soup.

Provided by Adrienne Clark

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cups quartered red potatoes
1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cubed
1 sweet yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups water
2 cubes vegetable bouillon
1 (12 ounce) package fine egg noodles
1 ½ cups broccoli florets
1 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large stockpot over medium heat; stir in potatoes, tofu, yellow onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour water into stockpot, and add vegetable bouillon cubes; cover and bring to boil. Stir in egg noodles, broccoli florets, peas, parsley, and pepper; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until egg noodles are cooked through and broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.6 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 71.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Tofu: Opt for extra-firm or firm tofu to achieve a meaty texture in your soup.
  • Slicing Tofu: Cut tofu into thin, bite-sized slices or cubes for even cooking and easy eating.
  • Pressing Tofu: If time allows, press tofu gently to remove excess moisture, resulting in a firmer texture.
  • Marinating Tofu: Enhance the flavor of tofu by marinating it in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Cooking Tofu: Pan-fry or air-fry tofu until golden brown and crispy on the outside while maintaining a tender inside.
  • Seasoning the Broth: Use a combination of aromatics like ginger, garlic, and scallions, along with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create a flavorful broth.
  • Adding Vegetables: Incorporate a variety of vegetables such as bok choy, carrots, mushrooms, and spinach for a nutritious and colorful soup.
  • Noodles: Choose your preferred type of noodles, whether it's ramen, udon, or rice noodles, and cook them according to the package instructions.
  • Garnishing: Enhance the visual appeal and flavor of your soup with toppings like sliced green onions, sesame seeds, chili oil, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Tofu noodle soup is a versatile and customizable dish that offers a delicious and satisfying meal. Experiment with different types of tofu, vegetables, noodles, and seasonings to create a unique and flavorful soup that suits your taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a comforting bowl of soup on a cold day, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

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