Tofu Ramen Recipe

Tofu Ramen Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Tofu:

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Broth:

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons miso paste (white or red)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon chili paste (optional, for heat)
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (optional, for creaminess)

For the Ramen:

• 4 servings of ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Optional Toppings:

• Baby spinach
• Bok choy
• Mushrooms
• Corn
• Nori (seaweed)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tofu:
   • Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes.
   • In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
   • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Fry the tofu cubes until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Make the Broth:
   • In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
   • Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
   • Stir in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, miso paste, and chili paste (if using).
   • Add the coconut milk if you prefer a creamy broth.
   • Bring the broth to a simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes to develop the flavors.
3. Cook the Ramen:
   • While the broth is simmering, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. Assemble the Ramen Bowls:
   • Divide the cooked noodles among four bowls.
   • Pour the hot broth over the noodles.
   • Top with crispy tofu, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds.
   • Add any additional toppings you like, such as spinach, bok choy, mushrooms, corn, or nori.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the ramen hot, garnished with extra sesame seeds and a drizzle of sesame oil if desired.

Tips:

• To add extra flavor to the tofu, marinate it in the soy sauce mixture for 15-20 minutes before frying.
• You can customize the broth by adjusting the amount of miso paste, soy sauce, or chili paste to your taste.
• For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free ramen noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.

This Tofu Ramen is a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any time of year. Enjoy!