Soba with Tofu

Soba with Tofu is a light and nutritious Japanese pasta dish that combines the nutty flavor of buckwheat noodles with crispy tofu and fresh vegetables. It's a deliciously healthy option, perfect for a quick weekday dinner or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 200 grams
• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top for about 15 minutes.
2. While the tofu is pressing, cook the soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
3. Once the tofu is pressed, cut it into 1-inch cubes. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil. Sauté the garlic and ginger for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the carrot and bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
6. Stir in the spinach and cooked soba noodles, mixing until the spinach wilts.
7. Return the tofu to the skillet and drizzle with soy sauce. Toss everything together for 2-3 minutes to combine and heat through. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and essential amino acids from tofu.
• High in antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables.

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