noodle salad with crisp tofu

Recipe by
Elizabeth Hatfield
Bolton, MA

By Donna Hay

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stir-Fry

Ingredients For noodle salad with crisp tofu

  • 5 oz
    bean thread or dried thin rice noodles
  • 1/4 c
    peanut oil
  • 12 oz
    tofu, firm
  • 2
    carrots, shredded
  • 1/2 c
    peanuts, dry roasted chopped
  • 1/2 c
    cilantro, fresh leaves
  • 2
    cucumbers, sliced lengthwise
  • DRESSING
  • 1 Tbsp
    sesame oil
  • 3 Tbsp
    soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice

How To Make noodle salad with crisp tofu

  • 1
    Place the bean thread noodle in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow to stand for 5 minutes, then drain.
  • 2
    Heat a wok over high heat. Add the oil and tofu and fry for 5 minutes or until crisp. Drain.
  • 3
    To make the dressing, combine the sesame oil, soy and lemon juice.
  • 4
    To serve, toss the noodles with the tofu, carrots, peanuts, coriander and dressing. Place the cucumber on serving plates and top with the salad Serves 4. If using rice noodles, cook in boiling water until al dente, then drain.

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