Tofu Noodle Bowl

This Tofu Noodle Bowl is a delightful low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, featuring silky tofu noodles tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce. It's a quick and satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Tofu noodles - 200g
• Firm tofu - 150g, cubed
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100g
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted (for garnish)

Steps

1. Cook the tofu noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and add the cubed tofu. Sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets, cooking for about 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
5. Add the cooked tofu noodles to the pan along with the soy sauce, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables.

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