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 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 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 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.