Spicy Korean-Inspired Noodle Bowls

Chewy ramen noodles and pan-seared tofu tossed in a vibrant, spicy gochujang-sesame sauce with fresh vegetables and edamame.

• Prep: 12 min
• Cook: 18 min
• Total: 30 min
• Servings: 4.5
• Cuisine: East Asian
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $3.74/serving

Dietary

• Vegetarian
• High-Protein
• Dairy-Free
• Egg-Free
• Pescatarian
• High-Fiber

Tags

• quick
• spicy
• savory
• stir-fry
• healthy

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 28 ounce extra-firm tofu (pressed, cubed)
• 0.5 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoon gochujang
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 3 package instant ramen noodles
• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup shelled edamame
• 0.5 cup shredded carrots
• 0.25 cup green onions (chopped)

Instructions

1. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add cubed extra-firm tofu and pan-sear for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides. Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.
2. While tofu cooks, prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, gochujang, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger.
3. Cook instant ramen noodles according to package directions, discarding the seasoning packets. Drain well.
4. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil to the skillet. Add thinly sliced red bell pepper, shelled edamame, and shredded carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Add the cooked noodles and seared tofu back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over everything and toss to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
6. Divide the noodle mixture into bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level. You can add more vegetables like bok choy or spinach for extra greens.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 510
• Protein: 25.2 g
• Carbohydrates: 65.5 g
• Fat: 19.8 g
• Fiber: 8.1 g
• Sodium: 1350 mg
• Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Sugar: 12.3 g