Vegan Bùn Cha (Vietnamese Noodle Salad)

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp coconut palm (grated) or brown sugar
• 5 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 lemongrass (white parts only)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 bird's eye chilies
• 1 tbsp water

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Steps To Make ---

2. 2

   Add Lemongrass & Water Into A Blender, Process Till Fine, Add Garlic &Chillies, Blend For 1 Min, Transfer To A Small Bowl & Add The Rest Of The Ingredients.

3. 3

   --- Steps To Make Caramelised Tofu ---

4. 4

   Heat oil in a pan over medium high heat.

5. 5

   Add tofu & fry for 8 mins on both sides.

6. 6

   While tofu is frying, combine the rest of the ingredients in a bowl & stir until sugar dissolves.

7. 7

   Once tofu is browned, pour mixture onto tofu, cook (flipping) for 2 mins until it begins to thicken.

8. 8

   --- Finishing ---

9. 9

   To assemble, divide noodles into 4 serving bowls or plates, arrange caramelised tofu, fried spring rolls, fresh herbs & vegetables, garnish with lime wedge, whole chillies & chopped peanuts, serve with dressing on the side.

10. 10

    When ready to eat, pour dressing & enjoy immediately.