Description
A quick and flavorful vegan Sesame Ramen Noodles with Crispy Tofu recipe that combines crispy pan-fried tofu with a rich sesame-peanut sauce and tender ramen noodles. Topped with crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh green onions, this dish makes a satisfying and easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu and Noodles
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 block (350g) extra-firm tofu, cut into cubes
- Salt, to taste (optional)
- Pepper, to taste (optional)
- 3 packs (210g) ramen noodles
Sauce and Toppings
- 3 tablespoons peanuts, crushed
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter, natural
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha
Instructions
- Press Tofu: Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture for crispier texture. This step is optional but recommended.
- Cook Tofu: Heat avocado oil in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 7-8 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook Noodles: While tofu is cooking, bring water to boil in a medium saucepan and cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, peanut butter, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha until smooth.
- Toss Together: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the cooked tofu. Add the cooked and drained noodles and toss everything together to combine well and heat through.
- Serve: Divide the noodles and tofu among plates or bowls. Garnish with crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Press the tofu well to achieve extra crispiness when frying.
- Use natural peanut butter for the best flavor and smooth sauce.
- Adjust sriracha amount to taste for desired spice level.
- Use light-tasting oil like avocado oil for frying to avoid overpowering flavors.
- Ramen noodles can be substituted with gluten-free noodles if desired.
- This recipe serves 2, but portions can be adjusted for more servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
