Ingredients
Soba and Chili Roasted Tofu Ingredients
- ½ block firm-extra firm tofu, dried off with a clean towel
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Zest of ½ a lime
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 servings dry soba noodles
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 5 leaves lacinato kale, thinly sliced
- Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Extra chili flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Tofu: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Once the tofu is dried, cut it into 3/4 inch cubes and spread them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Season and Roast Tofu: Drizzle the tofu cubes with 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with chili flakes, lime zest, salt, pepper, and drizzle with lime juice. Toss gently to coat the tofu evenly. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, flipping and tossing halfway through, until the edges are browned and crispy.
- Cook Soba Noodles: While the tofu is roasting, cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Prepare Broth: In a small saucepan, heat 3 cups of vegetable stock over medium heat. Add a pinch of sea salt and bring to a boil, then reduce to a medium simmer until ready to serve.
- Build the Bowls: Finely mince or microplane the garlic cloves and divide them between two soup bowls. Add the white parts of the sliced green onions and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the cooked soba noodles, sliced kale, and the roasted tofu evenly between the bowls. Pour the hot broth over the ingredients. Garnish with the remaining green onions, additional salt and pepper if desired, extra chili flakes, and lime wedges on the side for squeezing. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is customizable; you can add finely shredded vegetables that will cook quickly in the hot broth.
- Check your soba noodles packaging to ensure they are gluten-free if needed.
- Using a tofu press before roasting will yield a firmer, chewier tofu texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
