Teriyaki Tofu Peanut Noodle Bowls

These Teriyaki Tofu Peanut Noodle Bowls are filled with veggies, protein, noodles and a super tasty sauce. Seriously the best combo ever! Is this a salad, is this a bowl? It doesn’t really matter, because it is super tasty! Ready in less than 30 minutes and perfect for weekday lunches!

Here’s what you need

Ingredients

• rice noodles
• oil
• super firm tofu
• teriyaki sauce
• peanut sauce – get the recipe here!
• romaine
• purple cabbage
• carrots
• green onions
• cilantro
• serrano pepper – optional

Equipment

• skillet
• small blender or food processor

Steps

Step 1: Make the Noodles & Peanut Sauce

When it comes to the noodles for these bowls you can use any variation of rice noodles. I went for vermicelli, because they’re my favorite and they cook super fast.

Cook the noodles according to the package instructions and then rinse them with cold water to chill.

The peanut sauce is one of my all-time favorite TSV recipes. I make this sauce at least once a month. It is that good!

Plus, it is super easy. Add everything to a food processor or small blender and thin with water. Blend until smooth and ta-da…the best sauce!

Step 2: Make the Tofu

I have to say, once you make teriyaki tofu like this once, you’ll never want to make it any other way. It is SOOOO easy and super tasty.

Cube the tofu and heat some oil in a skillet. Add the tofu and brown on 2 sides. No need to brown every side, it’s not necessary.

Once it is browned, pour in the teriyaki sauce. Toss until the tofu absorbs the sauce and it starts to caramelize.

Step 3: Assemble & Serve

Now, we bring it all together. Grab some bowls and layer each one with noodles, veggies and some tofu.

Drizzle on the peanut sauce, give it a swirl and dig in. The great thing about these bowls is that you can eat them while the tofu is still warm, or your can put everything into individual containers and eat the tofu cold.

These bowls are perfect for the warmer months when you don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen, but still want something delicious!

Tips & Tricks

I used super firm tofu which doesn’t need to be pressed since it is super dense. If you use firm or extra firm, then be sure to drain & press it before cubing it.