Crispy Sesame Tofu with Peanut Noodles

Ingredients

• 14 oz oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 3 tbsp tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp tbsp peanut butter
• 6 oz oz rice noodles or spaghetti
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp tbsp sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Toss tofu cubes in cornstarch until well coated.

2. 2

   Shallow-fry in vegetable oil over medium-high heat until golden and crisp on all sides, 8-10 minutes; drain.

3. 3

   Cook noodles according to package directions; rinse under cool water and drain.

4. 4

   Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, peanut butter, garlic, and 2 tbsp warm water into a sauce.

5. 5

   Simmer the sauce 1 minute, then toss in the crispy tofu to coat.

6. 6

   Toss noodles with half the sauce, carrot, and green onions.

7. 7

   Plate noodles, top with glazed tofu, drizzle remaining sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.