Sesame Peanut Noodles
Total Time: 1 hourYield: 5 Servings
Source: www.gimmesomeoven.com
Category: Pasta
Ingredients
8 ounces Chinese Noodles1 whole Carrot (shredded)
4 cups Cabbage (shredded)
1⁄2 whole Red Bell Pepper (julienne)
1 whole Cucumber (diced)
2 whole Green Onions (thinly sliced)
1 cup Cilantro Leaves
16 ounces Firm Tofu
5 whole Shitake Mushrooms (fresh, sliced)
1⁄4 cup Peanut Butter
1 whole Lime (zested and juiced)
2 1⁄2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
1 tablespoon Honey
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
1⁄2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1⁄2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
1⁄2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
4 tablespoons Olive Oil
Directions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain, then rinse with cold water in a colander until the noodles have cooled. Add to a large bowl and mix with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Heat a skillet to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cut tofu into thirds horizontally then add one piece to the skillet. Once tofu forms a crispy crust flip over to the next side. After the first piece is done add an additional tablespoon of olive oil and sear the next two pieces in the same way. Once tofu is cooked, cut into cubes.
- Add mushrooms to the pan and cook until softened. Set aside.
- To make your sauce: Whisk peanut butter, lime juice and zest, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, and pepper in a bowl until combined.
- Add carrots, cucumber, cabbage, cilantro, green onions, tofu, mushrooms, red pepper and sauce to bowl with noodles. Toss until evenly combined. Serve cold, topped with your desired garnishes.