Sweet Chilli & Tofu Noodles Recipe: Quick, Easy & Delicious

by waitrose

Published on March 3rd, 2022

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Looking for a quick and vibrant plant-based dish bursting with flavour? Our Sweet chilli & tofu noodles recipe offers an effortless way to enjoy a healthy, colourful, and tasty meal that everyone will love. Perfect for a busy weekday or a relaxing weekend, this dish takes just 30 minutes from preparation to plate.

Our recipe stands out due to its simplicity, taste, and nutritional value. Loaded with crunchy vegetables, firm tofu, and silky rice noodles, it’s an enticing combination inspired by popular Chinese flavours. The sweet chilli sauce gives the dish a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, while the lemongrass paste adds an aromatic freshness that elevates every bite.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

4 tbsp Blue Dragon Sweet Chilli Sauce
1½ tbsp soy sauce
280g firm tofu, cubed into 1.5cm pieces
1 tbsp Cooks' Ingredients Lemongrass Paste (ideal for curries and soups too!)
1 unwaxed lime, zest and juice
1½ tbsp vegetable oil
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
3 carrots, peeled and finely sliced or grated
1 bunch salad onions, sliced diagonally
2 packs cooked rice noodles (275g each)

Instructions

Preheat your grill to high. Combine 3 tbsp of sweet chilli sauce with ½ tbsp soy sauce in a bowl. Toss in the tofu cubes, ensuring they’re fully coated. Arrange the tofu cubes on a foil-lined tray, drizzle any remaining marinade over them, and grill for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway until they are golden and deliciously sticky.
In the same bowl used for the tofu (no need to rinse), mix the remaining 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, lemongrass paste, and lime zest and juice. This aromatic blend will coat the noodles perfectly.
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat. Quickly stir fry the sliced red pepper, carrots, and most of the salad onions (reserve a few for garnish) for about 2-3 minutes. Add the cooked rice noodles, stir fry for another minute, then pour in your prepared sauce, tossing everything well for a final minute.
Divide the noodles onto four plates, top with your grilled tofu, sprinkle with the reserved salad onions, and serve immediately. Enjoy this delightful and nutritious dish while it's hot!