Quick Thai-Inspired Peanut Noodles with Tofu

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

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Silky noodles tossed in a creamy peanut sauce with crispy tofu and fresh vegetables for a fast, satisfying Asian fusion dish. This Asian Fusion-inspired noodle recipe (vegan), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs rice noodles, firm tofu, peanut butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz rice noodles
14 oz block, drained and cubed firm tofu
1/3 cup smooth peanut butter
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper
1 large julienned carrot
3 sliced green onions
1/4 cup crushed peanuts
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook 8 oz rice noodles according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: While noodles cook, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and sauté for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy.
Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Toss the cooked noodles with the peanut sauce, then fold in sautéed tofu, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 large julienned carrot, and 3 sliced green onions.
Step 5: Serve garnished with 1/4 cup crushed peanuts and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for fresh flavor and crunch.