Vegan Sichuan Noodles

Vegan Sichuan Noodles are a spicy, savory delight that brings the bold flavors of Sichuan cuisine to your table, featuring a perfect balance of heat and umami. Tossed with fresh vegetables and a rich BBQ sauce, they make for a satisfying meal that is both comforting and exciting.

Ingredients

• Sichuan noodles - 200g
• Tofu, firm - 150g, cubed
• Bell pepper, sliced - 1 medium
• Carrot, julienned - 1 medium
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the Sichuan noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and add cubed tofu, frying until golden brown on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper and julienned carrot to the pan, stir-frying for about 3-4 minutes until slightly soft.
5. Add the cooked tofu back into the pan, followed by the soy sauce, Sichuan peppercorns, chili paste, sesame oil, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine and heat through.
6. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated and heated through.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of black sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 60 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 dietary fiber from vegetables.
• Contains antioxidants from garlic and ginger.

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