Easy Pad Thai (gf, eg, df)

Adapted from https://thebetteredblondie.com

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Open the tofu package and drain all the liquid off. Place the block of tofu on a cutting board and slice vertically to create two large flat pieces.

Step 2

Place a clean towel on a flat surface. Put the tofu slices on the towel and cover them with another towel. Put a cutting board on top and then add a heavy weight (I use my dutch oven). Allow to press for 15-30 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat your grill. Pour sesame oil on a paper towel and oil you grill. Put as many pieces of tofu as will fit and close your grill. Check every few minutes until the tofu looks medium to dark brown. Remove from grill to a cutting board and cut into pieces of your desired size. You may need to cook the tofu in batches depending on the size of your grill.

Step 4

Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, mix the coconut aminos, fish sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, peanut butter, juice of one lime, and garlic until well combined. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the ingredients are well incorporated. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a low simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the completed sauce over the noodles and toss until most of the sauce incorporated. Add the carrots, bean sprouts, and tofu and toss until combined.

Step 7

Serve with lime wedges, cilantro, chopped peanuts, and sliced green onion.