Description
This sesame tamari rice noodle bowl is packed with bold Asian flavors, high in plant-based protein, and completely gluten-free. A 20-minute meal that satisfies every time.
Ingredients
- 6 oz rice noodles
- 1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tbsp tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes.
3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and sauté tofu until golden on all sides.
4. Add carrots and bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes.
5. Pour in the sauce and simmer for 1 minute.
6. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss everything together until coated and heated through.
7. Serve in bowls, topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.
Notes
To save time, press and marinate tofu the night before.
Add edamame or shredded cabbage for extra texture and protein.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: gluten-free vegan Asian stir-fries and noodle bowls, sesame noodle bowl, tamari tofu stir-fry