How To Make Seared Tofu With Soba Noodles Salad | Olive Tree Trading | Vicky Ratnani

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a healthier protein option, while seitan is often less expensive.

soba noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly alternative.

Slice the tofu into three to four big chunks.

Marinate the tofu with black pepper, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar.

Let the tofu marinate for a while.

Heat a pan and sear the marinated tofu until nicely browned on one side, then turn it over to sear the other side.

Remove the seared tofu from the pan and set aside.

In the same pan, add chopped onions, ginger, garlic, and green chilies, and stir-fry.

Add shimeji mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms to the pan and sauté until cooked.

Add baby bok choy and fresh garlic sprigs to the pan and stir-fry.

Season the vegetables with salt, soy sauce, and lemon juice.

Add chilled soba noodles to the pan along with the juices from the marinated tofu.

Mix in chopped coriander and parsley, along with cracked black pepper and salt.

Plate the soba noodle salad and top it with the seared tofu.

Garnish with basil leaves before serving.

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