Sesame Peanut Noodles

Summary

Yield
5 Servings
Source

https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/cold-sesame-peanut-noodles/

Prep time1 hour

Description

Ingredients

8OunceChinese Noodles
1 Carrot (shredded)
4CupCabbage (shredded)
1⁄2 Red Bell Pepper (julienne)
1 Cucumber (diced)
2 Green Onions (thinly sliced)
1CupCilantro Leaves
16OunceFirm Tofu
5 Shitake Mushrooms (fresh, sliced)
1⁄4CupPeanut Butter
1 Lime (zested and juiced)
2 1⁄2TablespoonSoy Sauce
2TablespoonRice Vinegar
1TablespoonHoney
1TablespoonSesame Oil
1⁄2TeaspoonGarlic Powder
1⁄2TeaspoonGround Ginger
1⁄2TeaspoonGround Black Pepper
4TablespoonOlive Oil

Instructions

1.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.
2.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.
3.Add mushrooms to the pan and cook until softened. Set aside.
4.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.
5.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.