Description
A vibrant and flavorful Chinese-inspired noodle dish featuring tender silken tofu, crunchy mangetout, and toasted hazelnuts, all tossed in a savory yellow bean sauce with fresh coriander and a hint of chili heat. This quick and easy stir-fry combines textures and bold flavors for a satisfying vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles and Herbs
- 250g packet medium egg noodles
- handful coriander, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 300g mangetout
- 1 red chilli, seeded and finely chopped
- handful toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- 349g pack silken tofu, cut into cubes
Sauce
- 3 tbsp Chinese yellow bean sauce
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Bring a pan of boiling water to a rapid boil and add the medium egg noodles. Cook for 4 minutes until tender but still firm. Drain thoroughly, then drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss with half of the chopped coriander to keep them from sticking and infuse fresh flavor.
- Prepare Stir-fry Base: Heat a wok or large frying pan over medium heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the mangetout and stir-fry vigorously for 2 minutes, tossing frequently for an even cook and to preserve their crunch.
- Add Chili and Continue Cooking: Add the finely chopped, seeded red chili to the wok with the mangetout. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until the mangetout are just tender but still vibrant and the chili releases its heat into the dish.
- Incorporate Tofu, Nuts, and Sauce: Gently tip in the cubed silken tofu, toasted hazelnuts, and yellow bean sauce. Carefully stir to combine and warm the tofu without breaking it apart, allowing the sauce and nuts to coat the ingredients evenly and heat through.
- Finish and Serve: Mix in the remaining chopped coriander, taste and season with salt or pepper if desired. Serve the stir-fry hot alongside or atop the dressed noodles for a colorful, textural, and flavorful meal.
Notes
- For a different crunch, substitute sliced runner beans for mangetout.
- Try toasted sesame seeds in place of hazelnuts for a nutty Asian twist.
- Silken tofu’s delicate texture absorbs sauces well but requires gentle handling to keep it intact while cooking.
- Yellow bean sauce is a sweet and savory Chinese stir-fry condiment flavored with garlic and sesame, adding depth to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: Chinese noodles, silken tofu, yellow bean sauce, stir-fry, vegetarian, hazelnuts, mangetout, quick dinner
