Tofu & Peanut Soba Noodle Bowl
A quick and nourishing fusion bowl featuring crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and buckwheat soba noodles. Tossed in a creamy, savory peanut dressing for a satisfying plant-based lunch.
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk
Time saver
This meal is fantastic served cold, making it a perfect make-ahead lunch to grab straight from the fridge.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep oz extra-firm tofu (pressed)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Bring a small pot of water to…
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Cook the soba noodles according to package directions. In the last 2 minutes of boiling, drop the broccoli florets into the same pot to briefly blanch them. Drain and rinse everything under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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Heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil or…
Heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Toss the cubed extra-firm tofu with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then pan-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly golden on all sides.
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In your serving bowl
In your serving bowl, whisk the natural peanut butter with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar, a pinch of garlic powder, and a splash of warm water. Stir until it forms a smooth, pourable dressing.
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Add the cooled noodles
Add the cooled noodles, broccoli, cooked tofu, and shredded carrots to the bowl. Toss well until all the ingredients are evenly coated in the peanut dressing.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Standard soba noodles contain a blend…
Standard soba noodles contain a blend of buckwheat and wheat. If you need this meal to be completely gluten-free, use 100% buckwheat soba noodles and swap the soy sauce for tamari.
Buying "super-firm" tofu that comes vacuum-sealed…
Buying "super-firm" tofu that comes vacuum-sealed saves you the step of pressing out the water, making prep even faster.
This meal is fantastic served cold
This meal is fantastic served cold, making it a perfect make-ahead lunch to grab straight from the fridge.
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