Quick Soba Noodles with Tofu and Bok Choy

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A light, savory noodle dish with crispy tofu and fresh bok choy, ready in 25 minutes. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs soba noodles, firm tofu, bok choy for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 8 oz soba noodles, and cook for 5-7 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz cubed tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 4 cups bok choy and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly wilted.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and a cornstarch-water mixture (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water). Pour into the skillet, stirring until sauce thickens and coats vegetables, about 1 minute.
  5. Step 5: Add cooked soba noodles and tofu to the skillet, tossing to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions.

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