Asian pasta is a flavorful and versatile dish that combines the best of Eastern and Western cuisine. With its diverse range of ingredients, from tender tofu and umami-rich shiitake mushrooms to vibrant broccoli and succulent pasta, this dish promises a symphony of textures and flavors. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, let us guide you through the culinary journey of creating an exceptional Asian pasta dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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CHINESE TAKEOUT-STYLE TOFU AND BROCCOLI RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: firm tofu, vegetable oil, sesame oil, broccoli florets, vegetable broth, garlic cloves, grated ginger, soy sauce, agave syrup, rice vinegar, cornstarch, toasted sesame seeds, cooked white rice, sliced scallions
Provided by Camille Bergerson
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Wrap the tofu in 2 layers of paper towels and place on a plate. Put another plate on top of the tofu to weigh it down and microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until drained.
- After microwaving, carefully unwrap the tofu and slice into ½-1 inch cubes. Pat each cube dry.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu and cook on all sides until golden brown, 2-4 minutes per side, then remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add broccoli to the hot pan with the vegetable broth. Cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Steam for 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and remaining ½ teaspoon of sesame oil. Stir until softened.
- Add the soy sauce, agave, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry. Stir until thickened to your desired consistency. Add the sesame seeds and stir to incorporate.
- Return the tofu to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Serve over white rice and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 11 grams
SOBA NOODLES WITH SHIITAKES, BROCCOLI AND TOFU
Soba noodles are Japanese, not Chinese, but I love using them in Chinese stir-fries. They have a wonderful nutty flavor, and buckwheat has a lot going for it nutritionally - it is a good source of manganese, copper and magnesium, and it is also high in phytonutrients. To make a quick vegetable stock, simmer the shiitake mushroom stalks in a small amount of water for about 20 minutes.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine stock, soy sauce, rice wine or sherry, sugar and salt to taste in a small bowl. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve. Combine garlic, ginger, and pepper flakes or minced chile in another bowl.
- Bring a large saucepan or pot of water to a boil, add salt to taste and baby broccoli. As soon as water comes back to a boil (about 1 minute), use a skimmer to remove broccoli and transfer it to a bowl of cold water. Drain in a colander, then on paper towels. Cut stems away from florets and slice about 1/2 inch thick. Bring water back to a boil and cook soba. Drain and toss with 2 teaspoons sesame oil.
- Place all ingredients within reach of your wok. Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added. Swirl in 1 tablespoon of the oil and add tofu. Stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes, until it begins to color, and remove to a plate. Add remaining oil and garlic, ginger and chile. Stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds and add mushrooms. Stir-fry for 1 minute and add broccoli and the light parts of the scallions. Stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes. Add the noodles, tofu and the stock mixture. Reduce heat to medium and stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes. Add cilantro and the dark green part of the scallions, stir-fry another 30 seconds to a minute, until well combined, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 252, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 498 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
SOBA NOODLES WITH TOFU, SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS AND BROCCOLI
I like to use soba for this dish. The buckwheat noodles have a nutty flavor and contribute a measure of all-important whole grain to the dish.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4 generously
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. Add the broccoli to the boiling water and blanch for 1 minute. Remove to the ice water. Allow to cool, then drain and dry on paper towels. Cover the pot of water and keep hot.
- Heat a wide, heavy skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil. When it is rippling hot, add the mushrooms and sear for 5 minutes, stirring from time to time. Turn the heat to medium, add the garlic, ginger, scallions, and red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds to a minute, until fragrant. Remove from the heat and transfer the contents of the pan to a bowl.
- Return the pan to medium-high heat and heat the remaining tablespoon of oil until rippling. Add the tofu and sear on both sides until it begins to color, about 1 minute per side. Add 1 teaspoon soy sauce and stir together. Return the mushroom mixture and the broccoli to the pan. Add the stock and soy sauce, bring to a simmer and turn the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for a minute or two, until the broccoli is crisp-tender, then turn off the heat.
- Meanwhile, bring the pot of water back to a boil and add the pasta. Cook soba or udon noodles until al dente, about 5 minutes. Cook softened rice noodles for 1 minute. Drain and toss with the mushrooms and the broccoli. Heat through, add the cilantro and sesame oil, toss together, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 464, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 582 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ASIAN PASTA WITH TOFU, SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS AND BROCCOLI
A great healthy recipe from the NY Times. (You can prepare the ingredients and blanch the broccoli hours ahead of cooking the dish. The stir-frying is a last-minute operation.)
Provided by S Smith
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. Add the broccoli to the boiling water and blanch for 1 minute. Remove to the ice water. Allow to cool, then drain and dry on paper towels. Cover the pot of water and keep hot.
- Heat a wide, heavy skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil. When it is rippling hot, add the mushrooms and sear for 5 minutes, stirring from time to time. Turn the heat to medium, add the garlic, ginger, scallions, and red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds to a minute, until fragrant. Remove from the heat and transfer the contents of the pan to a bowl.
- Return the pan to medium-high heat and heat the remaining tablespoon of oil until rippling. Add the tofu and sear on both sides until it begins to color, about 1 minute per side. Add 1 teaspoon soy sauce and stir together. Return the mushroom mixture and the broccoli to the pan. Add the stock and soy sauce, bring to a simmer and turn the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for a minute or two, until the broccoli is crisp-tender, then turn off the heat.
- Meanwhile, bring the pot of water back to a boil and add the pasta. Cook soba or udon noodles until al dente, about 5 minutes. Cook softened rice noodles for 1 minute. Drain and toss with the mushrooms and the broccoli. Heat through, add the cilantro and sesame oil, toss together, and serve.
NOODLES WITH STIR-FRIED TOFU AND BROCCOLI
Steps:
- Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Blot well between several layers of paper towel or clean tea-towels, then cut into 1/2-inch dice.
- Cook the noodles according to package directions and drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a stir-fry pan, wok, or extra-large skillet. Add the tofu and stir-fry over medium-high heat until golden on most sides; transfer to a plate.
- Combine the broccoli and about 1/4 cup of water in the stir-fry pan. Cover and steam until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Add the tofu and cooked noodles to the pan along with the stir-fry sauce. Toss gently and thoroughly. Continue to cook just until everything is heated through, and serve.
- Menu
- Noodles with Stir-Fried Tofu and Broccoli (this page)
- Maple-Roasted Carrots (page 207)
- or
- Broiled Japanese Eggplant (page 214)
- Corn Slaw (page 34)
- nutrition information
- Calories: 393
- Total Fat: 13g
- Protein: 16g
- Carbohydrate: 52g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 375mg
ASIAN COLE SLAW WITH TOFU & SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS
To Make Ahead: The marinade will keep, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; bring to room temperature before using. The napa and bok choy can be shredded and kept in plastic storage bags in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours. (Eating Well, Spring 2003)
Provided by Enduring Gastronomy
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 40m
Yield 8 cups, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk soy sauce, lemon juice, wasabi powder, and garlic. Gently stir in tofu. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 min, stirring occasionally.
- Place cabbage and bok choy in a large serving bowl.
- Drain the tofu, reserving the marinade. Heat canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sesame oil; cook, stirring often, for 2 minute Add tofu; cook, stirring often, until the tofu is lightly browned, about 4 minute.
- Spoon tofu mixture over cabbage. Add reserved marinade to the skillet and bring to a boil, stirring. Pour hot marinade over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.7, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 594.5, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 6, Protein 9.3
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your dish. Whenever possible, opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Don't Overcook the Tofu: Tofu can easily become rubbery if overcooked. Be careful not to cook it for too long, or it will lose its tender texture.
- Use a Variety of Vegetables: This recipe can be easily adapted to your personal preferences. Feel free to add or substitute different vegetables, such as carrots, bell peppers, or snow peas.
- Adjust the Sauce to Your Taste: The sauce in this recipe is fully customizable. You can add more or less soy sauce, rice vinegar, or sesame oil to suit your taste.
Conclusion:
This Asian pasta dish is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. With its combination of savory tofu, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crisp broccoli, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and nutritious meal, give this Asian pasta with tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and broccoli a try. You won't be disappointed!
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