These sesame peanut noodles are perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner. The sauce is rich, savory, and slightly spicy, balanced by tender, crispy tofu.
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Creamy Sesame Peanut Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup spaghetti or rice noodles
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp chili garlic sauce (or sriracha)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped scallions for garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Toss the cubed tofu with cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry the tofu until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
- While the tofu cooks, prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, chili garlic sauce, and minced garlic.
- Add the water or vegetable broth to the sauce mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Cook the spaghetti or rice noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet used for the tofu (add a splash more oil if needed), toss the sliced red bell pepper with the cooked noodles for 2 minutes to warm them up.
- Pour the peanut sauce mixture over the noodles and vegetables, tossing everything until the noodles are evenly coated.
- Gently add the crispy tofu to the noodle mixture. Garnish generously with chopped scallions and chopped peanuts before serving.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu before frying is key to achieving maximum crispiness.
- For a richer flavor, briefly toast the peanut butter in the skillet before adding the liquids.
- You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for easy weeknight meals.
Nutrition Facts
Estimated per serving. Values are approximate.
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Protein: 27g
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 950mg
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