Izakaya Sakura Five Spice Soba

1. 1

   Mix hoisin sauce, rice wine, soy sauce, garlic, five-spice powder and sesame oil together.

2. 2

   Add tofu and carefully toss to coat.

3. 3

   Let stand 1 hour at room temperature.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

5. 5

   Arrange tofu on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.

6. 6

   Pour marinade on top.

7. 7

   Bake 35 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from oven and cool slightly.

9. 9

   Cut into 1/4-inch thick pieces, making sure slices are still coated with marinade.

10. 10

    Set aside.

11. 11

    Combine vegetable broth, water, rice wine, ginger and soy sauce in a large saucepan.

12. 12

    Heat until a rolling boil.

13. 13

    Cook 10 minutes to blend flavors.

14. 14

    Add the tofu slices and green onion to the broth and cook until broth comes back to a boil.

15. 15

    Add spinach then immediately turn off heat.

16. 16

    Cook stirring carefully until spinach is slightly wilted.

17. 17

    While broth is cooking for 10 minutes, bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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    Add noodles and stir to separate.

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    When water returns to a boil, reduce heat to medium and cook 3 1/2 to 4 minutes, until al dente.

20. 20

    Drain noodles, rinse under warm water, and divide among serving bowls.

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    Spoon broth, tofu and spinach over noodles.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.