Peanut Tofu Skewers with Spicy Noodles

Crispy tofu coated in a sweet, nutty peanut sauce paired with spicy noodles and cucumbers for a delicious summer dish.

Crispy tofu coated in a sweet, nutty peanut sauce paired with spicy noodles and cucumbers for a delicious summer dish.

1

Preheat oven to 425°F. Cut tofu into 4 crosswise cuts, resulting in thinner tofu rectangles of the original same size. Then cut that into quarters, resulting in 16 tofu rectangles.
2

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and maple syrup. Add tofu and let sit for 5 mins, rotating occasionally.
3

Meanwhile, prepare peanut sauce by combining ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and mixing until well incorporated.
4

After 5 mins, shake cornstarch over the tofu and toss to coat. It will become wet from the liquid in the bowl, which is fine.
5

Carefully add 4 pieces of tofu to each skewer, placing them vertically. Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 mins, then rotate skewers and bake for 5 more mins.
6

Meanwhile, prepare noodles according to directions on package. Drain and rinse, then place in a small frypan along with sesame oil, curry paste, green onion, and red pepper flakes.
7

Cook for 1 to 2 mins over low heat until well incorporated, and the paste is absorbed into the noodles. Toss with tongs to easily mix.
8

Prepare cucumber by mixing ingredients together in a small bowl.
9

Once the tofu is done, be careful as the skewers will be hot. Divide noodles, skewers, and cucumbers evenly between two plates and drizzle peanut sauce over the tofu.
10

Optional: garnish with micro-greens, sesame seeds, and a slice of lime.