Quick Sesame-Garlic Soba Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli

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An easy stir fry featuring tender soba noodles tossed with crispy tofu, steamed broccoli, and a savory sesame-garlic sauce. This asian fusion-inspired noodles (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs soba noodles, pressed and cubed extra firm tofu, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 oz soba noodles for 5-6 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Step 2: While noodles cook, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed extra firm tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Steam 3 cups broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp remaining sesame oil.
  5. Step 5: Add drained soba noodles and steamed broccoli to the skillet with tofu. Pour the sauce over and toss everything over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until heated through and fully coated.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions on top before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Sesame-Garlic Soba Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Quick Sesame-Garlic Soba Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soba noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Sesame-Garlic Soba Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Quick Sesame-Garlic Soba Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Quick Sesame-Garlic Soba Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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