Soy-Glazed Tofu Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles

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Crisp-tender tofu and vibrant vegetables simmered in a savory-sweet soy glaze, served over light rice noodles for a satisfying weeknight meal. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Firm tofu, Rice noodles, Broccoli for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook 8 oz rice noodles in a pot of boiling salted water for 6-7 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, and 1 tbsp brown sugar in a small bowl until sugar dissolves.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz cubed tofu and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup sliced bell peppers and 2 cups broccoli florets to the skillet, then stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are bright and crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Pour the soy glaze mixture over tofu and vegetables, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, and toss for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Add drained rice noodles and toss gently until evenly coated and heated through, about 1 minute.