For a richer flavor, try using toasted sesame oil in place of vegetable broth. Feel free to add other vegetables such as broccoli florets, snow peas, or bean sprouts. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference. A pinch of red pepper flakes can also be used. If the peanut sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach the desired consistency. To save time, you can use pre-shredded cabbage and carrots.
Vegetarian Udon Noodles with Peanut Sauce
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME35 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS13
A vibrant and satisfying dish featuring chewy udon noodles, crisp vegetables, and tender tofu, all bathed in a luscious, homemade Thai peanut sauce. This is comfort food with a healthy, flavorful twist!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate55 g
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Fiber4 g
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Protein21 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium945 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
11 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add udon noodles and cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until tender yet firm to the bite (al dente), approximately 10-12 minutes.
02
Step
5 mins
While the noodles are cooking, prepare the tofu. Pat the drained tofu dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut into small, even cubes and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, thinly sliced red pepper, and sliced scallions.
03
Step
3 mins
In a small saucepan, whisk together the vegetable broth, peanut butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and cayenne pepper. Place the saucepan over low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Whisk constantly until the sauce thickens slightly and all ingredients are well combined, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and allow the peanut sauce to cool slightly.
04
Step
2 mins
Once the udon noodles are cooked, drain them in a colander and rinse immediately with cold water to stop the cooking process and refresh the noodles. Add the drained noodles to the large bowl with the cabbage mixture. Add the cubed tofu and pour the slightly cooled peanut sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Gently toss everything together to ensure the noodles, vegetables, and tofu are evenly coated in the peanut sauce.
05
Step
0 mins
Refrigerate the Vegetarian Udon Noodles with Peanut Sauce until ready to serve. This dish can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature. Garnish with extra scallions, chopped peanuts, or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture (optional).
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Rosalind Dibbert
Jun 28, 2025I added some sriracha for extra heat, and it was delicious!
Maximus Langosh
Jun 13, 2025I've made this several times, and it always turns out great. I highly recommend it!
Jaydon Dibbert
Jun 10, 2025This recipe is amazing! The peanut sauce is so flavorful, and the noodles are perfect.
Izaiah Effertz
May 31, 2025My kids even loved it, which is a huge win!
Cordie Kertzmann
May 28, 2025I love how easy this is to make. It's a great weeknight meal.