Tofu vegetable noodle toss is a versatile, delicious dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Whether you prefer a quick and easy meal or a more elaborate feast, this dish can be adapted to suit your needs. With its colorful vegetables, protein-packed tofu, and flavorful sauce, tofu vegetable noodle toss is a nutritious and satisfying choice for any occasion.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
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
SINGAPORE NOODLES WITH TOFU
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the noodles in a large bowl, cover with hot water and soak until just softened, about 4 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until golden on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Toss gently with a spatula and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden all over, about 4 more minutes; season with salt. Add 1 more tablespoon vegetable oil, the scallions, celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon curry powder and season with salt; stir until the vegetables are coated and the curry powder is lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Transfer the tofu and vegetables to a bowl.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon curry powder to the skillet. Add the drained noodles and cook, tossing, until they turn yellow, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tofu mixture, soy sauce and chicken broth and cook, tossing, until most of the liquid evaporates, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt. Top each serving with the bean sprouts and serve with lime wedges.
CHINESE NOODLE-VEGETABLE BOWL
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and broccoli slaw; cook, stirring, until the noodles are al dente and the slaw is tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl. Add the sesame oil, season with salt and toss.
- Meanwhile, spread out the tofu on a kitchen towel; lay another towel on top and press to remove as much water as possible. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large deep skillet over high heat. Add the tofu and cook, turning, until golden, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon; season with salt.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in the pot. Add the scallions and ginger; stir-fry 30 seconds. Add the shiitakes; stir-fry3 minutes. Add the broth, soy sauce and tofu; season with pepper. Cook until the liquid is reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Whisk 3 tablespoons water and the cornstarch in a bowl; add to the pot and cook, stirring, until thickened. Add the noodles and toss to coat.
TOFU-VEGETABLE NOODLE TOSS
This simple pasta recipe uses gluten-free buckwheat noodles to complement blanched veggies and an Asian-inspired sauce for an easy weeknight dinner.
Provided by Dr. John McDougall
Categories HarperCollins Dinner Vegetarian Vegan Tofu Asparagus Soy Sauce Quick & Easy
Yield 3-4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put a large pot of water on to boil. Add the vegetables to the boiling water and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the water with a strainer and place them in a large bowl. Add the tofu and mix well.
- Bring the water back to a boil. Add the soba noodles and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until tender.
- For the sauce place all the sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Slowly bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened and clear. Remove from the heat and pour over the tofu and vegetables, mixing well.
- Remove soba noodles from water and place in a large bowl. Toss with the 1 tablespoon soy sauce to separate the noodles. Pour the vegetable mixture over the noodles and toss well to mix. Serve warm or at room temperature, with Sriracha hot sauce as a condiment, if desired, for more heat.
VEGAN UDON NOODLES SOUP WITH TOFU AND VEGETABLES
This is a savory vegan soup with udon noodles, tofu and delicious Asian vegetables like bok choy and shiitake mushrooms.
Provided by Seema Jain
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wrap tofu in paper towels and place heavy books on top for 30 minutes to dry out tofu.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- Chop pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Turn tofu and bake an additional 10 minutes until crispy.
- While tofu bakes, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook udon in boiling water according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook serrano pepper and ginger until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add vegetable broth, carrots, green onions, bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, sesame oil, soy sauce, and baked tofu. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cooked udon noodles and simmer 5 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 817.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients in advance: Cutting and measuring all of your ingredients before you start cooking will save you time and make the cooking process much smoother.
- Use a large skillet or wok: This will give you plenty of space to stir-fry the vegetables and noodles without overcrowding them.
- Cook the vegetables in batches if necessary: If your skillet or wok is not large enough to accommodate all of the vegetables at once, cook them in batches.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the vegetables and noodles, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Use a high heat: Stir-frying is a high-heat cooking method, so make sure your burner is turned up high.
- Stir constantly: Stirring the vegetables and noodles constantly will prevent them from sticking to the pan and burning.
- Add the sauce at the end: Once the vegetables and noodles are cooked, add the sauce and stir to combine. This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
Conclusion:
This tofu vegetable noodle toss is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The tofu is a good source of protein and the vegetables are packed with nutrients. The noodles add a delicious and satisfying chewiness to the dish. With a little planning and preparation, you can have this meal on the table in under 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious meal, give this tofu vegetable noodle toss a try.
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