Quick Noodle Stir Fry Dinner
Noodle stir fry: master this quick and customizable recipe in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 7 ounces brown rice noodles
- 1 14 oz package tofu
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups chopped vegetables
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- Peanuts for serving
- Fresh cilantro for serving
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and white vinegar in a jar; shake for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Soak rice noodles in warm water for 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain.
- Press tofu to remove excess water, cut into 1-inch cubes. Fry in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat for 5 minutes until golden brown. Add a splash of sauce for crust, then set aside.
- In the same pan, stir-fry chopped vegetables and minced garlic with 1 tsp olive oil over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return tofu and drained noodles to the skillet. Pour in the remaining sauce.
- Toss gently for 1-2 minutes until well combined and heated through. Serve immediately.
- Garnish with peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- For the crispiest tofu, ensure it is thoroughly pressed to remove all excess water before frying. I've found that pressing it for at least 15 minutes yields the best results.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the tofu or stir-frying the vegetables; work in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and browning. Overcrowding can steam ingredients instead of frying them.
- Store leftover stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or broth to maintain moisture and prevent drying. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the tofu or stir-frying the vegetables; work in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and browning. Overcrowding can steam ingredients instead of frying them.
- Store leftover stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or broth to maintain moisture and prevent drying. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.