Tofu Dan Dan Noodles

For the tofu

• 200g firm tofu, pressed and cubed

2 tbspn cornstarch

• 2 tbsp oil for frying

For the sauce:

• 2 tbsp sesame paste (or tahini)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tsp sugar or honey

• 1–2 tsp chili oil (adjust to taste)

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 2–3 tbsp warm water (to thin the sauce)

For the noodles & toppings:

• 150g wheat noodles or ramen noodles

• 1 cup blanched greens (bok choy, spinach, or bok choy)

• 1–2 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed

• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

• Optional: sliced scallions

    🔪 Instructions

  1. Prepare the tofu:

    • Press tofu to remove excess water, then cut into cubes.

    • Toss cubes in cornstarch until lightly coated.

  2. Fry the tofu:

    • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

    • Fry tofu cubes until golden and crispy on all sides. Set aside.

  3. Cook the noodles and blanch the greens:

    • Boil noodles according to package instructions. Drain.

    • Blanch greens briefly in boiling water, then drain.

  4. Make the sauce:

    • In a bowl, whisk together sesame paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, chili oil, and garlic.

    • Add warm water a little at a time until smooth and pourable.

  5. Assemble the dish:

• Place noodles in a bowl. Top with greens and crispy tofu.

• Pour sauce over the noodles.

• Sprinkle crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and sliced scallions on top

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌱Vegan...

Category🍜Noodles

Cuisine🇨🇳Chinese

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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