Chinese Noodle-Vegetable Bowl
- Kosher salt
- 1 8 -ounce package thin Chinese noodles
- 1 12 -ounce package broccoli slaw
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 14 -ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 6 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
- 2 5 -ounce packages sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 2 cups low-sodium mushroom or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Freshly ground pepper
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the noodles and broccoli slaw; cook, stirring, until the noodles are al dente and the slaw is tender, about 3 minutes.
- Drain and rinse under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the sesame oil, season with salt and toss.
- Meanwhile, spread out the tofu on a kitchen towel; lay another towel on top and press to remove as much water as possible.
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large deep skillet over high heat.
- Add the tofu and cook, turning, until golden, about 6 minutes.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon; season with salt.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in the pot.
- Add the scallions and ginger; stir-fry 30 seconds.
- Add the shiitakes; stir-fry3 minutes.
- Add the broth, soy sauce and tofu; season with pepper.
- Cook until the liquid is reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Whisk 3 tablespoons water and the cornstarch in a bowl; add to the pot and cook, stirring, until thickened.
- Add the noodles and toss to coat.
- Photograph by Charles Masters
kosher salt, thin chinese noodles, broccoli slaw, sesame oil, vegetable oil, scallions, peeled ginger, shiitake mushrooms, mushroom, soy sauce, freshly ground pepper, cornstarch
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