Tofu Broccoli with Sesame Noodles
I like making these sweet sesame noodles with tofu and broccoli because they are quick, filling, and simple to make. Tender noodles, crispy tofu, fresh broccoli, and a savory sesame sauce come together in one delicious bowl. I love that I can have this ready on the table for my family in 30 minutes and works fantastic for lunch or dinner any day of the week.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 315kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz package uncooked soba noodles
- 1 head of broccoli cut into florets
- olive oil cooking spray
- 1 package extra firm tofu cut into cubes
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp dark sesame oil
- 2 tbsp lower-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds divided
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tsp ground ginger optional
- 5 green onions chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add soba; cook 3 minutes. Add broccoli to pan; cook 3 minutes or until soba and broccoli are done. Drain.
- Coat a large pan with cooking spray. Add tofu to the pan, saute on each side until each side is browned and crispy.
- Combine vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, peanut butter, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, sugar, crushed red pepper, ginger (if using) and garlic in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in noodles, broccoli, and tofu. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this recipe is to press the tofu before cooking. Do not skip this step. I make sure to sauté it until each side is crispy for the best texture and flavor. That’s what we want right?
- Check the Noodles: To check for the right consistency, I pull out one noodle from the pot to see if it’s done. The soba should be fully cooked, not al dente, but not so soft that it becomes mushy.
- Add Toppings: I sprinkle the dish with green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.
- Switch Up the Noodles: You can easily change the noodles in this dish to any grain you like. I sometimes use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a different twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 25.2g | Protein: 21.2g | Fat: 17.6g | Saturated Fat: 2.5g | Sodium: 459.4mg | Fiber: 5.5g | Sugar: 1.7g