Looking for an easy, delicious and protein-packed vegan dinner? You’ve found it! 😍
These udon noodles are topped with golden, flavour-packed tofu mince, tender carrots and the dreamiest creamy silken tofu sauce.
Ready in just 30 minutes, this is the perfect quick and comforting weekday meal. Let’s get cooking! 👩🍳
- Type: 🌱 Vegan
- Servings: 3–4
- Prep time: 30 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
For the tofu mince:
- 450g super-firm tofu
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1½ tsp ginger powder
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
For the creamy silken tofu sauce:
- 300g silken tofu
- 1½ tbsp miso paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- A little water, if needed
Everything else:
- 250g udon noodles
- 2–3 carrots, chopped into small pieces
- A splash of oil
👩🍳 Method
1. Prepare the tofu
Grate the tofu using a standard grater (or crumble it by hand if you prefer).
2. Cook the carrots 🥕
Heat a splash of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the carrots and cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Add the tofu 🍳
Add the grated tofu to the pan and cook until golden and slightly crispy. Once browned, pour in the prepared seasoning mixture and stir well. Continue cooking until the sauce is fully absorbed and the tofu is beautifully caramelised. 😍
4. Make the creamy sauce 🤍
Add all the silken tofu sauce ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Add a little water if needed to loosen it up.
5. Cook the noodles 🍜
Prepare the udon noodles according to the packet instructions and drain.
6. Assemble and enjoy! 😍
Divide the noodles between bowls, add the tofu mince and carrots, and generously drizzle with the creamy silken tofu sauce.
And that’s it! A delicious, comforting bowl of goodness. 🌱
💡 A few tips
- Grating the tofu gives it a lovely mince-like texture!
- Let the tofu brown properly for extra flavour.
- Add a splash of water to the sauce to get your perfect consistency.
- For extra crunch, top with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. 🌿
Enjoy! ❤️
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