Stir-Fried Noodles with Tofu Recipe
Ladies, let’s be honest—weeknight dinners shouldn’t feel like a balancing act with noodles, vegetables, and wobbly tofu cubes.
This stir-fried noodles with tofu recipe goes fully vegan, delivering tender tofu tossed with crisp vegetables and a savory, umami-rich sauce.
Garlic, soy, and sesame mingle in the pan, filling your kitchen with irresistible aroma while you pretend you’re a five-star chef.
Every bite hits savory, slightly sweet, and cheeky flavor notes, giving you instant “I actually know what I’m doing” confidence.
Serve for family, friends, or solo feasts and watch everyone marvel at your guilt-free, vibrant, perfectly sauced noodles.
Stir-Fried Noodles with Tofu Recipe
A vegan stir-fried noodles with tofu recipe using plant-based protein, crisp vegetables, and savory sauce for quick, flavorful, satisfying meals.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles or wheat noodles
- 2 cups firm or extra-firm tofu cubed
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers sliced
- 1 cup carrots julienned
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp maple syrup or agave
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions for garnish
- 1 tsp sesame seeds optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots; stir-fry 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add tofu and noodles; toss with soy sauce and maple syrup until well coated.
- Cook 2–3 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 330
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving, approx.)
- Iron: 18%
- Calcium: 15%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Vitamin C: 35%
- Magnesium: 15%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Press tofu for 15 minutes before cooking to remove excess moisture.
- Add a splash of rice vinegar for tangy brightness.
- Toss in chili flakes or crushed peanuts for heat and texture.
