30-Minute Spicy Sambal Noodles with Pan-Fried Tofu

Name: 30-Minute Spicy Sambal Noodles with Pan-Fried Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 16 ounces super firm tofu (see note 1); 2 tablespoons safflower oil (see note 2); pinch of kosher salt; 10 ounces rice noodles; 2 tablespoons safflower oil; 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 tablespoon minced ginger; 1 cup tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, or tomato puree; 3 to 4 tablespoons sambal oelek; 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (optional); 1/4 cup canned coconut milk; sliced scallions for garnish

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

The amount of sambal oelek you want to use depends on your desired level of spice. If you can't handle much spice, I'd recommend 1 or 2 tablespoons of sambal oelek. If you like spice, use 3 to 4 tablespoons. Feel free to add more or less. You can also substitute the brown sugar with other types of sweeteners, such as coconut sugar, maple syrup, or honey (if you're not vegan).

Updated at: Sun, 02 May 2021 13:55:26 GMT