Stir-Fried Glass Noodles with Vegetables and Tofu
A quick and colorful weeknight stir-fry with chewy glass noodles, crisp vegetables, and golden tofu in a savory-sweet sauce.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 12g

Ingredients
- 6 oz glass noodles
- 8 oz firm tofu
- 1 medium carrot
- 2 medium bell peppers
- 4 cups spinach
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Soak the 6 oz glass noodles in hot water until pliable, about 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- 2
Press the 8 oz tofu, pat dry, and cut into thin strips. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high; cook tofu until golden on all sides, about 6 minutes, then remove.
- 3
In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Stir-fry the 1 sliced carrot and 2 sliced bell peppers until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
- 4
Add the 4 cups spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 5
Return tofu to the skillet with the drained noodles. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp sesame oil; toss everything over medium heat until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, optionally with a sprinkle of sesame seeds if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- pot for soaking noodles
- knife and cutting board
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