Sesame Ginger Tofu Soba Noodle Bowls
Ingredients
Sesame Ginger Tofu
- 12 ounces Extra-firm Tofu Drained and cut into cubes
- 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Ginger Grated
- 1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 1/4 Cup Cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil
Soba Noodle Bowl
- 6 Ounces Soba Noodles About 2 individual portions
- 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil
- 1.5 Tablespoons Mirin
- 1.5 Tablespoons Sambal Oelek or other chili paste
- 1 Medium Cucumber Sliced thinly
- 2 Medium Carrots Sliced thinly
- 1 Bunch Green Onions Diced
- 2 Tablespoons Cilantro Chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Peanuts Chopped or crushed
Instructions
Sesame Ginger Tofu
- Combine the ingredients for the tofu marinade in a large bowl or zip lock and mix well to combine.
- Add your diced tofu and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Remove the tofu from the marinade and pat dry.
- Toss in cornstarch, tapping off any excess.
- Heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Sear tofu on each side until slightly golden brown. Remove and set aside while you prep the remaining ingredients.
Soba Noodle Bowls
- Cook soba noodles according to package instructions, usually boil about 3-5 minutes then immediately drain under cold water.
- While the soba noodles are cooking, mix together the ingredients for the dressing (soy sauce, mirin, Sambal Oelek, and sesame oil.
- Top the soba noodles with your seared tofu, sliced cucumbers, and carrots. Add green onions, cilantro, and peanuts for garnish before drizzling with the dressing.