Chinese Barbeque Noodles W/Carrots and Onions

Name: Chinese Barbeque Noodles W/Carrots and Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces chinese wide lo mein noodles, rice noodles or 16 ounces fettuccine pasta; ½ cup ketchup; ¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce; 2 limes, juice only (about 1/4 cup); 4 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided; 12 red onion, slivered; 1 ½ cups carrots, shredded; 12 lb extra firm tofu, well drained and diced; ½ cup chopped basil or ½ cup cilantro; 1 lb broccoli spear, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 -4 garlic cloves, minced (1-2 tsp); 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce

Servings: persons

16 ounces chinese wide lo mein noodles, rice noodles or 16 ounces fettuccine pasta
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 limes, juice only (about 1/4 cup)
4 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
12 red onion, slivered
1 ½ cups carrots, shredded
12 lb extra firm tofu, well drained and diced
½ cup chopped basil or ½ cup cilantro
1 lb broccoli spear, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced (1-2 tsp)
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce

1
To Make the Noodles:.
2
Cook the noodles according to the package directions until al dente.
3
Drain and rinse them.
4
Saute tofu in 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a large measuring cup, whisk together the ketchup, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, vinegar and 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil.
6
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining sesame oil over medium heat.
7
Add the onions and carrots and stir-fry for several minutes until they are slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.
8
Add the cooked noodles, sauce, cooked tofu, and cilantro or basil.
9
Toss to combine until heated through.
10
Serve with Stir-Fried Sesame Broccoli.
11
To make the Broccoli:.
12
Heat 1 T sesame oil in a large skillet.
13
Lightly brown garlic, about 30 seconds.
14
Add broccoli pieces and 2 T water.
15
Cover and cook over medium-high heat for about five minutes.
16
Add soy sauce and stir-fry for 1 minute more before serving.

910

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces chinese wide lo mein noodles, rice noodles or 16 ounces fettuccine pasta, ½ cup ketchup, ¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce, 2 limes, juice only (about 1/4 cup), and more.

Yes, Chinese Barbeque Noodles W/Carrots and Onions 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!