Lemongrass Tofu Bowl
This vibrant bowl features crispy pan-fried tofu marinated in a fragrant lemongrass sauce, served over fluffy rice noodles with fresh vegetables and herbs. It's a light yet satisfying meal packed with bright, savory flavors and contrasting textures. A perfect weeknight dinner that comes together quickly.
Оригинална рецепта от Forkin
- Общо време
- 45 мин
- Порции
- 4
- Трудност
- Средна
- На порция
- 442 kcal
Информация за алергени: може да съдържа глутен, фъстъци, сусам и соя. Ако имате алергия, винаги проверявайте опаковките на съставките.
Подготовка
Съставки
Съставки
- 400 gextra firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 200 grice vermicelli noodles
- 2 с.л.vegetable oil
lemongrass sauce
- 50 glemongrass, thinly sliced, tender white part only
- 3 скилидкаgarlic, minced
- 1 бр.shallot, minced
- 4 с.л.soy sauce
- 2 с.л.lime juice
- 1 с.л.brown sugar
- 1 ч.л.chili garlic sauce(по желание)
- 1 ч.л.sesame oil
for serving
- 1 бр.cucumber, julienned
- 1 бр.carrot, julienned
- 2 чашаlettuce, shredded
- 0,25 чашаfresh mint, chopped
- 0,25 чашаfresh cilantro, chopped
garnish
- 2 с.л.roasted peanuts, crushed(по желание)
Оборудване
tofu press · large bowl · colander · wok · non-stick skillet
Начин на приготвяне
Стъпка по стъпка
- 1
Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1/2-inch cubes.
Около 15 мин
Бележка на готвача: For best results, use a tofu press or wrap the tofu in paper towels and place a heavy object on top.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the lemongrass, garlic, shallot, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce (if using), and sesame oil for the lemongrass sauce.
Около 2 мин
- 3
Add the cubed tofu to the lemongrass sauce, gently toss to coat, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Около 15 мин
Бележка на готвача: Marinating longer, even up to 30 minutes, will enhance the flavor.
- 4
While the tofu marinates, prepare the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, usually by soaking in hot water for a few minutes until tender.
Около 5 мин
Бележка на готвача: Do not overcook the noodles; they should still have a slight chew.
- 5
Drain the cooked noodles and rinse them with cold water to prevent sticking, then set aside.
Около 1 мин
- 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Около 1 мин
- 7
Add the marinated tofu to the hot skillet in a single layer, reserving any remaining marinade.
Бележка на готвача: Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
- 8
Cook the tofu for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Около 12 мин
- 9
Pour the reserved marinade over the cooked tofu and cook for another minute, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu.
Около 1 мин
- 10
Assemble the bowls by placing a bed of shredded lettuce at the bottom, then adding rice vermicelli noodles.
Около 1 мин
- 11
Top with the crispy lemongrass tofu, julienned cucumber, and julienned carrot.
Около 1 мин
- 12
Garnish with fresh mint, fresh cilantro, and crushed roasted peanuts (if using).
Около 1 мин
- 13
Serve immediately and enjoy the flavorful bowl.
На порция
Хранителни стойности
- Калории
- 442kcal
- Белтъчини
- 14,2g
- Въглехидрати
- 61,1g
- Мазнини
- 17,2g
- Фибри
- 3g
- Захари
- 6,8g
Приблизителни стойности според количествата на съставките в рецептата. Те могат да варират според марките и замените.
Съхранете го добре
Store leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Reheat tofu gently in a pan or microwave. Noodles and vegetables are best served fresh or at room temperature.