Title: Indonesian "Fried" Noodles
Categories: Side Indonesian Entree Vegetarian Lowfat
Yield: 6 Servings
1 | lb | Uncooked soba noodles |
3 | tb | Low-sodium soy sauce |
1 | tb | Brown sugar |
2 | ts | Crushed red pepper flakes |
1 | c | Finely chopped onions |
1 | tb | Minced garlic |
1 | tb | Peeled & grated gingerroot |
1 | c | Snow peas |
6 | | Scallions, chopped |
1 | ts | Grated lime peel |
1 | c | Mung bean sprouts |
8 | oz | Firm tofu - cut into 1/2-inch cubes |
1 | tb | Fresh lime juice |
1/4 | c | Chopped fresh cilantro |
Prepare noodles according to package directions, drain and set aside. In a
large, nonstick saute pan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar and red pepper
flakes. Stir to dissolve sugar. Add onions, garlic and gingerroot. Cook
for 2 minutes. Add snow peas, scallions and lime peel. Toss and cook until
peas are tender and bright colored, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add bean sprouts
and tofu. Continue cooking and toss just until bean sprouts are slightly
wilted. Add noodles and toss to mix. Add lime juice to taste and garnish
with cilantro. Serve hot.