Description
Sizzling chili tofu noodles dance with bold Asian-inspired flavors in mere minutes. Speedy weeknight dinners become deliciously exciting when you crave quick, spicy comfort that satisfies both hunger and taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 120 grams (4.2 ounces) extra-firm tofu
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon cornflour
- 1/4 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice
- 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili oil
- 1 teaspoon light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
Vegetables and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 spring onions (chopped, with some reserved for garnish)
- 1 garlic clove (peeled and finely chopped)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 200 grams (7.05 ounces) ready-to-cook udon noodles
- Chili oil (extra for topping)
Instructions
- Transform tofu into a crumbly, mince-like texture in a mixing bowl. Thoroughly coat the crumbled tofu with cornflour, ensuring even distribution.
- Heat a non-stick pan with a minimal amount of vegetable oil over medium-high temperature. Introduce the prepared tofu and sauté for 7-10 minutes, periodically stirring until achieving a golden, crisp exterior.
- Lower the cooking heat and incorporate Chinese 5 spice, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce into the tofu. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, guaranteeing comprehensive flavor absorption.
- Create a vibrant sauce by blending most of the chopped spring onions, minced garlic, chili oil, light and dark soy sauces, maple syrup, and rice vinegar in a separate mixing bowl. Whisk until ingredients harmonize perfectly.
- Submerge udon noodles in boiling water, gently separating them during a brief 1-2 minute cooking process. Immediately drain and toss the noodles into the prepared sauce, ensuring complete and uniform coating.
- Elegantly transfer the sauce-coated noodles into a serving vessel. Strategically layer the crispy seasoned tofu on top.
- Conclude by scattering the remaining spring onions and generously drizzling extra chili oil to enhance heat and complexity of flavor.
Notes
- Press tofu beforehand to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispier and more golden result when cooking.
- Adjust chili oil quantity to personalize heat intensity, making the dish milder or spicier based on individual preference.
- Replace tofu with crumbled tempeh or plant-based ground meat for different dietary needs and protein variations.
- Crumble and season tofu in advance, storing in fridge to reduce cooking time during busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg