Soba Noodles With Tofu, Avocado and Snow Peas

Name: Soba Noodles With Tofu, Avocado and Snow Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 inches fresh ginger, peeled, sliced thinly; 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and sliced thinly; ¼ cup sugar; ⅓ cup water; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, cut into 3/4 inch cubes; 1 (8 ounce) package soba noodles; 4 ounces snow peas, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon oil; 1 cucumber, peeled, halved and sliced thinly; chives; 1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 inches fresh ginger, peeled, sliced thinly
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and sliced thinly
¼ cup sugar
⅓ cup water
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 (8 ounce) package soba noodles
4 ounces snow peas, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon oil
1 cucumber, peeled, halved and sliced thinly
chives
1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

1
In a small pan, combine ginger, jalepeno, sugar and water to a boil, then reduce to low heat.
2
Cook until ginger and chile are soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove ginger and chile with a sloted spoon and set aside.
4
Reserve syrup as well.
5
Whisk together in small bowl the lime juice, soy sauce and 2 tsps of the reserved syrup.
6
Add the tofu to this sauce and set aside.
7
Cook noodles according to the package instructions, drain, and put into a large bowl.
8
Add peas to the noodles and drizzle with oil and 1 tbsp of the reserved syrup.
9
Toss to coat the noodles and let cool.
10
Just before serving, add cucumbers, chives, tofu and soy mixture to the noodles and toss gently.
11
Divide into plates and top with avocado and the rest of the reserved syrup.
12
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 inches fresh ginger, peeled, sliced thinly, 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and sliced thinly, ¼ cup sugar, ⅓ cup water, and more.

Yes, Soba Noodles With Tofu, Avocado and Snow Peas 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!