Noodles di riso saltati vegani con tofu

Ingredienti

• 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic
• 3 tbsp water
• 300 grams flat rice noodles
• 350 grams firm tofu, pressed and torn
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (for crispy tofu)
• 2 tbsp vegeteable oil (divided)
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 heads pak choi, chopped (separate stems and leaves) - depending on size
• 2 spring onions, sliced (reserve green tops for garnish)
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds

Preparazione

1. 1

   Prepare rice noodles according to the package instructions...: Prepare rice noodles according to the package instructions - I use noodles that need to be soaked for 2 hours, then I toss them in the pan to cook with the sauce.

2. 2

   Make the sauce:In a small bowl, whisk together...: Make the sauce:In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauces, hoisin sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, grated ginger, garlic, and water. Set aside.

3. 3

   Toss the pressed, torn tofu with cornstarch to...: Toss the pressed, torn tofu with cornstarch to coat. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook until golden and crispy on all sides (6–8 minutes). Season with salt and white pepper. Remove from the pan and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same pan, add the remaining 1...: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil. Sauté onion and carrot for 2–3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add garlic, spring onion (white parts), and pak...: Add garlic, spring onion (white parts), and pak choi stems. Cook for another 2 minutes until slightly tender.

6. 6

   Add the soaked noodles to the pan along...: Add the soaked noodles to the pan along with the sauce. Toss to combine with the sauce and cook until softened (2–3 minutes).

7. 7

   Add pak choi leaves and crispy tofu back...: Add pak choi leaves and crispy tofu back into the pan. Toss gently until leaves are wilted and everything is coated in sauce.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with sesame seeds and top with reserved...: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and top with reserved green spring onion tops. Serve hot!