Tofu Lo Mein Recipe
A quick and flavorful Tofu Lo Mein recipe that combines crispy tofu, fresh vegetables, and tender noodles tossed in a savory soy sauce sauce. Perfect for a vegetarian weeknight meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu
- 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 8 oz lo mein or spaghetti noodles
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
Noodles
Vegetables
Sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the tofu: Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil, and cook the tofu until golden and crispy on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, and green onions until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Boil the noodles: Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sugar until well combined.
- Combine everything: Add cooked tofu and noodles to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour sauce over the mixture and toss everything together over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to heat through and coat evenly.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu beforehand helps it become crispier during cooking.
- You can substitute the vegetables with any other favorites like snap peas, baby corn, or bok choy.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- For added protein, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or chopped peanuts on top before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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