Sesame-Ginger Tofu Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

Quick-cooking noodles with tender tofu and a savory-sweet sauce, featuring fresh ginger and toasted sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs rice noodles, firm tofu, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 14 oz, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2, thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook 8 oz rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu and cook for 5 minutes until golden on all sides, flipping once.
3. Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a small bowl. Pour sauce over tofu in the skillet and simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats tofu.
4. Step 4: Add drained rice noodles to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Remove from heat, stir in 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately.