Soba Noodles with Tofu and Peanut-Lime Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the vegetables and tofu

   Peel the carrot and cut it into thin strips. Cut the cucumber into thin batons. Pat the tofu dry with a paper towel and cut it into roughly 2 cm cubes.

   
2. 2

   Cook the noodles

   Bring 1.5 l of water to a boil in a pot. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, usually 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and briefly rinse with cold water.

   
3. 3

   Fry the tofu

   Heat the sesame oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and fry for 5 to 6 minutes, turning it occasionally so it browns on all sides.

   
4. 4

   Mix the sauce

   In a bowl, mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, 30 ml of water, and finely grated ginger. Stir until smooth and pourable.

   
5. 5

   Combine and serve

   Add the drained noodles and peanut sauce to the pan with the tofu. Toss together and heat for about 1 minute. Divide between two bowls and top with the carrot, cucumber, and sesame seeds.