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Tofu Drunken Noodles

40 minutes
4.63 from 75 votes
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by: Joanna Cismaru
07.02.20

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Tofu Drunken Noodles! Spicy, succulent Udon noodles made with Tofu and an array of bright veggies. An easy and addictive meal!

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I regret to inform you that although the name of this dish is Tofu Drunken Noodles, no alcohol was actually used in the making. Why are they called drunken noodles you ask? One theory is that they are so spicy, people get drunk in the process – trying to quench their thirst. Even though drunken noodles have no alcohol in them, that doesn’t make them any less delicious!

I just love the idea of these noodles – they are so simple to put together and create an outstanding dish that is both flavorful and filling! In my opinion, making your own noodles at home beats take out any day!

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The benefits of tofu

Tofu is made from soy bean curds and is an excellent source of protein (especially for vegans and vegetarians) – it also contains all nine essential amino acids!

Tofu is a valuable plant-based source of iron and calcium. A diet that contains a variety of plant-based foods helps contribute to overall health and wellbeing, and lowers the risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease. It can enhance your skin and hair, boost energy, and help maintain a healthy weight!

If the mere thought of eating Tofu turns you off, then by all means use chicken, beef, pork or whatever you fancy for this recipe!

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Ingredients in drunken noodles

Keep scrolling down to the printable recipe card for FULL ingredient amounts and instructions or click the “Jump to Recipe” button at the top of the page!

Sauce

  • Sesame Oil – You can substitute for any nut or seed oil. A light oil like vegetable or peanut oil mixed with toasted sesame seeds will work as well.
  • Soy Sauce – I used low sodium.
  • Fish Sauce – If you don’t like the taste of fish sauce, you can add extra soy sauce or substitute with tamari.
  • Brown Sugar – To sweeten the sauce.
  • Honey – You can substitute with maple syrup or agave.
  • Sriracha – You can substitute with your favourite hot sauce.
  • Dark soy sauce – This is slightly sweeter than regular soy sauce, but it’s usually used to darken the color of sauces. If you can’t find it, you can replace it with regular soy sauce. I usually find this in my local Asian store.
  • Oyster sauce – This sauce is made from oysters and it tastes like a combination of soy sauce and barbecue sauce. You can use hoisin instead.
  • Garlic – Fresh is best! Minced.
  • Water

Stir Fry

  • Sesame Oil – You can substitute for any nut or seed oil.
  • Olive Oil – You can substitute vegetable oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil or avocado oil.
  • Udon Noodles – I used cooked, Japanese udon.
  • Tofu – Firm, chopped into small 1 inch pieces (you can substitute with chicken, shrimp, beef, or pork)
  • Onion – I used a small onion, thinly sliced.
  • Bell Pepper – I used a red bell pepper, thinly sliced.
  • Additional Veggies – I used baby corn, broccoli florets, mushrooms and snap peas.
  • Green Onion – Chopped.
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How to make tofu drunken noodles

  1. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl whisk all the sauce ingredients together.
  2. Cook Tofu and Veggies: In a large skillet or wok heat olive oil and sesame oil. Cook the tofu on all sides over medium-high heat, should take 3 to 5 minutes. You might have to do this in a couple batches. Add the onion to the skillet and cook until the onion begins to soften a bit, another 2 to 3 minutes. Next, bell pepper and mushroom and continue sautéing the pepper starts to soften and mushrooms begin to brown a bit, stirring occasionally. Finally, add the broccoli, baby corn and snap peas. Toss everything together and cook for another 5 minutes.
  3. Finish and Serve: Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Toss and cook for 2 to 3 minutes then remove from heat. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.
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How to serve

Another reason I love these drunken noodles so much is because the ingredients are so interchangeable! You don’t have to use the veggies I listed above – you can use whatever you have at home! Try throwing in some water chestnuts or chopped carrot for a little crunch! One thing you do have to do, eat this hot! The aroma will make you want to eat it before it’s even out of the wok, trust me.

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Leftovers

Store leftover drunken noodles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. To reheat, toss in the microwave or back into a skillet/wok until heated through.

You CAN freeze your drunken noodles to have them keep longer but keep in mind they might lose their quality and are best served fresh.

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Tofu Drunken Noodles

4.63 from 75 votes
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Total: 40 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 4
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Tofu Drunken Noodles! Spicy, succulent Udon noodles made with Tofu and an array of bright veggies. An easy and addictive meal!

Equipment

  • 14-inch Wok

Ingredients

Sauce

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup water

Stir Fry

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 21 oz udon noodles cooked (3 packages, 7 oz package)
  • 12 oz firm tofu chopped into small 1 inch pieces (substitute with chicken, shrimp, beef, or pork)
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup baby corn
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1/2 cup snap peas
  • 2 green onions chopped
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Instructions

  • Make the sauce: In a small bowl whisk all the sauce ingredients together.
  • Cook the tofu: To a large skillet or wok add the olive oil and sesame oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until browned on all sides, should take about 3 to 5 minutes. You might need to do this in batches.
  • Cook veggies: Add the onion to the skillet and cook until the onion begins to soften a bit, another 2 to 3 minutes. Next, bell pepper and mushroom and continue sautéing the pepper starts to soften and mushrooms begin to brown a bit, stirring occasionally. Finally, add the broccoli, baby corn and snap peas. Toss everything together and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Finish and Serve: Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Toss and cook for 2 to 3 minutes then remove from heat. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.

Recipe Notes

  1. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. To reheat, toss in the microwave or back into a skillet/wok until heated through.
  2. You CAN freeze your leftover noodles to have them keep longer but keep in mind they might lose their quality and are best served fresh.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 497kcal (25%)Carbohydrates: 69g (23%)Protein: 23g (46%)Fat: 17g (26%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Sodium: 2226mg (97%)Potassium: 478mg (14%)Fiber: 8g (33%)Sugar: 19g (21%)Vitamin A: 1490IU (30%)Vitamin C: 94mg (114%)Calcium: 151mg (15%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Course:Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine:Asian
Keyword:drunken noodles, tofu drunken noodles
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Meet Joanna Cismaru

I’m Joanna (Jo for short) and this is my blog where I share with you my culinary adventures. Here you will find a variety of recipes using simple everyday ingredients and creating wonderful, delicious and comforting meals, including some decadent desserts.

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