Tofu Edamame Protein Noodles
This Asian-inspired noodle dish uses high-protein edamame pasta combined with pan-seared tofu and a creamy peanut sauce for a deeply satisfying meal. It is quick enough for a weeknight dinner while still delivering an impressive 30g of protein per bowl.
Creamy peanut sauce noodles with pan-seared tofu and edamame pasta for a high protein vegan dinner.
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Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Cook edamame pasta according to package instructions which is usually 4 to 5 minutes in boiling salted water. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining as it will help the sauce.
Sear the Tofu
While pasta cooks pan-sear tofu slices in a dry non-stick skillet over high heat for 3 minutes per side until golden marks appear. A hot dry pan creates the best crust without excess oil.
Make the Peanut Sauce
Whisk together peanut butter soy sauce rice vinegar and 3 tablespoons of reserved pasta water until you have a smooth and silky sauce. Add more pasta water if the sauce seems too thick.
Toss and Serve
Combine drained noodles edamame and peanut sauce in a large bowl and toss until everything is evenly coated. Top with seared tofu slices and serve warm or at room temperature.
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