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Soba Noodle Stir Fry With Tofu

A delightful stir fry featuring soba noodles, crisp veggies, and marinated tofu, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Tofu
  • 8 oz soba noodles Look for 100% buckwheat varieties for a gluten-free option.
  • 10 oz firm or extra-firm tofu, cubed My go-to brand is Nasoya, as it holds its shape well.
Vegetables and Herbs
  • 1 handful broccoli florets Fresh is best, but frozen can work in a pinch.
  • 2 pcs carrots Slice diagonally for added texture.
  • 2 pcs scallions Thinly slice both green and white parts.
  • 1 small handful mint leaves Opt for garden-fresh if you can!
  • 1 small handful basil leaves Not only aromatic, but they also balance the flavors.
Marinade
  • 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce or Bragg's aminos) If gluten-free, go with tamari.
  • 2 tblsp rice wine vinegar It adds a tangy kick to the dish.
  • 2 tblsp pure maple syrup For a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 tblsp sesame oil This one is added for flavor, not for sautéing.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced A must-have for that aromatic flavor.
  • 1 inch ginger, grated or minced Add some heat.
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste) Feel free to adjust based on spice tolerance.
Cooking Oil
  • 1 tblsp toasted sesame oil Perfect for sautéing with a wonderful nutty flavor.
Garnish
  • to taste sesame seeds (white, toasted, or black) For garnish, and a little crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain tofu and lay it on its side for a few minutes to let the water drain.
  2. In a medium shallow dish, whisk together tamari, rice wine vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  3. Cut the tofu into 1/2 inch cubes and add to the marinade. Let it set for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
Cooking
  1. While the tofu is marinating, cook the soba noodles according to package directions. Rinse well under cool running water.
  2. Heat sesame oil over medium heat in a large pan or wok. Add broccoli and carrots, stirring to coat and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  3. Add a generous spoon of the marinade, basil, and mint. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the vegetables are brilliant in color and fully tender.
  4. Toss the marinated tofu and soba noodles into the pan, mixing well to warm them through and combine flavors.
Serving
  1. Serve the soba noodles topped with vibrant vegetables, tofu, remaining marinade, scallions, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs.
  2. Enjoy warm or chill as a refreshing salad.

Notes

Make sure to press your tofu before cubing it to enhance its ability to absorb the marinade.