Bento Box Stir-Fried Tofu, Noodles And Vegetables

Name: Bento Box Stir-Fried Tofu, Noodles And Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce soba noodles, uncooked; 3 teaspoons low-sodium tamari, divided; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds; 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; pepper, to taste; 1 nori, broken into small pieces; 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 0.5 (12 ounce) package extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed; 2 tablespoons carrots, grated; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; 1/4 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed

Servings: persons

1 ounce soba noodles, uncooked
3 teaspoons low-sodium tamari, divided
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
pepper, to taste
1 nori, broken into small pieces
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons garlic powder
0.5 (12 ounce) package extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 tablespoons carrots, grated
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1/4 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed

1
Cook noodles in boiling salted water 4 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again. Toss with 1 tsp tamari, sesame seeds, and sesame oil. Season with pepper, to taste.
2
Stir together flour and garlic powder in medium bowl. Add tofu, and toss to coat. Season with pepper, to taste.
3
Spray skillet with olive oil cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat, add tofu, and saute 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer to plate and sprinkle with 1 tsp tamari.
4
Return skillet to heat. Add 2 tbsp water and remaining 1 tsp tamari, then broccoli, carrots, and ginger. Stir and then cover. Simmer 3 minutes or until broccoli is warmed through.
5
Pack soba noodles in 1 section of bento box or portable container. Sprinkle nori on top of noodles. Pack 1/2 cup tofu cubes and 1/2 cup broccoli/carrot mixture in other sections, reserving remaining tofu cubes and broccoli/carrot mixture for use in other lunch dishes. Fill in last section with edamame. Refrigerate, uncovered, until all ingredients are chilled thoroughly. Cover box, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

102

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce soba noodles, uncooked, 3 teaspoons low-sodium tamari, divided, 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Bento Box Stir-Fried Tofu, Noodles And Vegetables falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!