Seared sesame tofu with noodle salad

Name: Seared sesame tofu with noodle salad
Total time: 30 min
Yield: serves 2
Ingredients: firm tofu 400g pack; sesame seeds 1 tbsp; red chilli 1, seeded and chopped; soy sauce 2 tbsp; caster sugar 2 tbsp; Chinese black vinegar or rice wine vinegar 2 tbsp; Chinese egg noodles 200g; sesame oil 1 tbsp; spring onions 4, finely chopped

30 minutes or under
serves 2
Easy

A great vegetarian alternative to a Chinese takeaway, the sesame seeds and red chilli liven up this tofu dish. According to the Chinese, the noodles give longevity, bonus!

February 18, 2015 at 9:42 am

Ingredients

firm tofu 400g pack
sesame seeds 1 tbsp
red chilli 1, seeded and chopped
soy sauce 2 tbsp
caster sugar 2 tbsp
Chinese black vinegar or rice wine vinegar 2 tbsp
Chinese egg noodles 200g
sesame oil 1 tbsp
spring onions 4, finely chopped

Method

Step 1

Wrap the tofu in heavy layers of kitchen paper then press gently to remove as much excess water as possible. Repeat a couple of times. Slice the tofu in half horizontally into 2 flat pieces. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds.
Step 2

Mix the chilli with the soy, sugar, vinegar and one tablespoon of water. Cook the noodles in salted boiling water until al dente and drain.
Step 3

Heat a frying pan with the sesame oil until very hot. Sear the tofu for about 2 minutes each side or until golden and crisp. Put the noodles on two plates, top with the tofu and pour the dressing over both. Finish with the spring onions.