Chilli tofu veg ‘noodles’

Chilli tofu veg ‘noodles’

Our carb-light take on noodles is an easy weeknight win, and a great option for meat-free Mondays.

Chilli tofu veg ‘noodles’

On the hunt for low-carb alternatives? Check out our oriental courgetti with seared steak. 

  • Serves icon Serves 2
  • Time icon Hands-on time 15 min

Our carb-light take on noodles is an easy weeknight win, and a great option for meat-free Mondays.

On the hunt for low-carb alternatives? Check out our oriental courgetti with seared steak. 

Nutrition: per serving

Calories
242kcals
Fat
13.2g (2.2 saturated)
Protein
17.2g
Carbohydrates
11.1g (7.1g sugars)
Fibre
6.8g
Salt
0.2g

Ingredients

  • 10 sprays olive oil
  • 200g firm tofu, cut into cubes
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • Thumb-size piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 fresh red chilli, finely sliced
  • 2 spring onions, finely sliced
  • 2 courgettes (320g), finely sliced into ‘noodles’ with a julienne peeler or spiraliser
  • 1 carrot (160g), finely sliced into ‘noodles’ with a julienne peeler or spiraliser
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • Finely grated zest and juice 1 lime
  • Fresh coriander to serve
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Method

  1. Heat the spray oil in a non-stick frying pan. Add the tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning regularly, until golden. Add the garlic, ginger and half the chilli and spring onions, then cook for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the courgette and carrot ‘noodles’ to the pan and cook, tossing, for another 2-3 minutes. Stir in the sesame oil, lime zest and juice, then divide between two plates. Serve sprinkled with the coriander, remaining sliced chilli and spring onions.

Nutrition

Nutrition: per serving
Calories
242kcals
Fat
13.2g (2.2 saturated)
Protein
17.2g
Carbohydrates
11.1g (7.1g sugars)
Fibre
6.8g
Salt
0.2g

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