Cold Scallion-Sesame Soba Salad with Tofu Recipe

Name: Cold Scallion-Sesame Soba Salad with Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 14-ounce block firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 12 ounces soba noodles; 1/4 cup vegetable oil, such as canola oil; 6 scallions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger; 1 1/2 tablespoons roasted sesame seeds; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon toasted-sesame oil; 1 bunch watercress (4 ounces), thick stems discarded

Servings: persons

One 14-ounce block firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch dice
12 ounces soba noodles
1/4 cup vegetable oil, such as canola oil
6 scallions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons roasted sesame seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted-sesame oil
1 bunch watercress (4 ounces), thick stems discarded

1
Spread the diced tofu on a paper towellined plate to drain for 20 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook the soba noodles until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Drain and rinse under cold water until cool; drain again.
4
Transfer the noodles to a large bowl and toss with 2 teaspoons of the vegetable oil.
5
In a small, heatproof bowl, combine the scallions with the ginger, sesame seeds and salt.
6
In a small saucepan, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil over moderately high heat until shimmering.
7
Pour the hot oil over the scallion mixture.
8
Stir in the rice vinegar and sesame oil.
9
Pour the dressing over the noodles and toss to coat.
10
Add the tofu and watercress, toss gently and serve.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 14-ounce block firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch dice, 12 ounces soba noodles, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, such as canola oil, 6 scallions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cold Scallion-Sesame Soba Salad with Tofu falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Cold Scallion-Sesame Soba Salad with Tofu

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