How to Make Vegetarian Udon Noodles with Peanut Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Udon noodles have been a staple of Asian cuisine for centuries, and for good reason. These thick, wheat-based noodles provide a satisfying, chewy texture that pairs perfectly with a variety of sauces and toppings. In this recipe, we'll be combining udon noodles with a rich and creamy peanut sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Japanese udon noodles
  • 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cabbage, or more to taste
  • 1 cup shredded carrot
  • 1 small sweet red pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
  • 2 scallions, or more to taste, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 6 tablespoons natural peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook udon in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pat tofu dry and cut into small cubes; set aside. Place cabbage, carrot, red pepper, and scallions in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together vegetable broth, peanut butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan over low heat. Bring mixture to a simmer and whisk constantly until thickened, about 1 minutes. Set peanut sauce aside to cool.
  • Drain noodles in a colander and rinse with cool water to refresh. Add noodles to the cabbage mixture. Add peanut sauce and tofu; toss gently to mix. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    451 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 945mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 38mg
    • Calcium: 463mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 598mg