Broccoli and Tofu Sesame Noodles

We love that you can customize this recipe to suit you or your family’s taste. Not a fan of tofu? Try chicken instead. Swap the noodles for brown rice or quinoa. Keep the broccoli or switch it out for zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, or all of the above. This recipe calls for rice wine vinegar, easily found in your grocery store’s Asian food section, or even in the vinegar aisle.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 4 tsp sugar
  • 2 Tbsp tamari sauce
  • 4 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup garlic infused olive oil (or sub regular olive oil)
  • 1.25 lb extra firm tofu, cubed
  • 6 cups broccoli, cut into florets
  • 4 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside once cooked.
  2. Mix together sugar, tamari sauce, and vinegar in a small bowl and set aside.
  3. Toast sesame seeds in a small pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until light brown and fragrant.
  4. Heat half the oil in a pan over medium high heat/ Add tofu and cook until browned on both sides. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Heat remaining oil in pan over medium heat. Add broccoli and cook until tender.
  6. Add tofu, noodles, and soy sauce mixture. Stir well to combine.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Serves 4

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