Description
A quick and flavorful vegan recipe featuring crispy tofu and sesame ramen noodles tossed in a rich tahini and peanut sauce, garnished with peanuts, sesame seeds, and green onions for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Tofu and Noodles
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or light-tasting oil)
- 1 block (350g) extra-firm tofu, cut into cubes
- Salt, to taste (optional)
- Pepper, to taste (optional)
- 3 packs (210g) ramen noodles
- 3 tablespoons peanuts, crushed
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter, natural
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare the tofu: Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, which helps in achieving extra crispiness. This step is optional but recommended for best texture. After pressing, cube the tofu.
- Cook the tofu: Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook undisturbed for 7-8 minutes until the bottom side is golden and crispy. Flip the tofu cubes and cook another 4-5 minutes until all sides are crispy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the noodles: While the tofu is cooking, bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and cook according to the package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons tahini, 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1-2 teaspoons sriracha until smooth and well combined.
- Toss everything together: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the crispy tofu, then add the drained noodles. Toss gently to combine so the noodles and tofu are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve and garnish: Divide the sesame ramen noodles with crispy tofu into bowls. Garnish with crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and thinly sliced green onions for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Pressing tofu is recommended to achieve a crispy texture but can be skipped if short on time.
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or salt for the best sauce flavor.
- Adjust sriracha level to suit your preferred spice tolerance.
- You can substitute ramen noodles with gluten-free noodles if needed for dietary preferences.
- For extra crunch, toast the sesame seeds and peanuts lightly before garnishing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
