Rice Noodles and Tofu in Peanut Sauce
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- Served Person: 6–8 servings
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- lime wedges (for serving)
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 tbsp. fish sauce
- 1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter
- 3 tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil
- 1 (14–16-oz.) package firm or extra-firm tofu, drained, cut into 2x1/2" planks
- 2 medium bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, sliced into thin strips
- 8 oz. flat wide brown or white rice noodles
- 3 tbsp. soy sauce or tamari
- 3 tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar
- 4 oz. baby spinach
- 1/4 cup roasted salted peanuts, chopped
- Carbohydrate 32 g(11%)
- Fat 14 g(22%)
- Fiber 3 g(11%)
- Protein 10 g(21%)
- Saturated Fat 2 g(10%)
- Sodium 598 mg(25%)
- Calories 289
Preparation Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until hot. Cook tofu in a single layer, undisturbed, until golden brown on one side, about 8 minutes. Turn and continue to cook until golden on the other side, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Cook peppers in same skillet, stirring frequently, until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions. Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice in a medium bowl to combine. Toss tofu, noodles, peppers, peanut butter sauce, and spinach in a large bowl. Transfer to a platter. Top with cilantro and peanuts. Serve with lime wedges alongside.
Preparation Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until hot. Cook tofu in a single layer, undisturbed, until golden brown on one side, about 8 minutes. Turn and continue to cook until golden on the other side, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Cook peppers in same skillet, stirring frequently, until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions. Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice in a medium bowl to combine. Toss tofu, noodles, peppers, peanut butter sauce, and spinach in a large bowl. Transfer to a platter. Top with cilantro and peanuts. Serve with lime wedges alongside.
