Spicy Thai Peanut Noodles with Tofu

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A quick, flavorful stir-fry combining silky peanut sauce, crunchy vegetables, and tender tofu for a satisfying Asian-inspired dish. This Thai-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ramen noodles, 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: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and sauté for 4-5 minutes until golden and slightly crispy, stirring occasionally.
  3. Step 3: Add diced bell peppers and carrots, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove vegetables and tofu to a bowl.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Add 1/4 cup reserved noodle water and stir to combine.
  5. Step 5: Return noodles to the skillet, then pour the peanut sauce over them. Stir until well coated, adding more noodle water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Step 6: Stir in the tofu and vegetables, then toss with lime juice. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.

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