Tofu Soba Noodles

Ingredients

• 1 pound soba
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 14-ounce package firm tofu, cubed
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 clove garlic (pressed)
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
• Crushed peanuts (for serving)
• Sriracha (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   In a large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to package instructions. Rinse under cold water and drain; set aside.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar and sesame seeds; set aside.

3. 3

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes; set aside. Add cabbage, garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 1-2 minutes.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine noodles, rice wine vinegar mixture, tofu, cabbage and green onions.

5. 5

   Serve immediately, garnished with peanuts and Sriracha, if desired.