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Tofu Chow Mein

30 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$13.00500 cal · 22g protein

Ingredients

  • vegan chow mein noodles10 oz
  • extra-firm tofu1 package
  • green cabbageΒΌ head
  • carrot2 count
  • bean sprouts2 cups
  • green onions1 bunch
  • soy sauce4 tbsp
  • toasted sesame oil1 tbsp
  • brown sugar1 tbsp
  • vegetable oil3 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the noodles according to the package, drain, and toss with the sesame oil. Many chow mein noodles contain egg; choose an egg-free one or use spaghetti.

  2. 2

    Mix the soy sauce, brown sugar and 2 tbsp water.

  3. 3

    Cut the tofu into thin strips and fry in 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok until golden, 7 minutes; set aside.

  4. 4

    Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the shredded cabbage and julienned carrots 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add the noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, green onions and sauce. Toss over high heat 2-3 minutes until the noodles are coated and a little crisp.

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