{"product_id":"mapo-tofu-udon-noodles-in-creamy-gochujang-sauce-with-fresh-cucumber-salad-toasted-sesame-seeds","title":"Mapo Tofu Udon Noodles In Creamy Gochujang Sauce With Fresh Cucumber Salad \u0026 Toasted Sesame Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore you start, take out all the ingredients for this recipe (see 'what’s in your box' section below). \u003cstrong\u003eThoroughly wash all fresh vegetables, leaves, salad ingredients and raw grains\u003c\/strong\u003e before cooking or serving.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 1\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoil your kettle, then take out a saucepan and a large frying pan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 2\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlice the \u003cstrong\u003ecucumber\u003c\/strong\u003e into matchsticks, add a pinch of salt and a squeeze of half a\u003cstrong\u003e lime\u003c\/strong\u003e, and set aside to marinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the remaining lime into wedges for garnish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeparate the white and green parts of the \u003cstrong\u003espring onions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Roughly chop the white parts and thinly slice the green parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 3\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003ePlace your frying pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil (sesame oil is recommended if you have some). Crumble the \u003cstrong\u003etofu\u003c\/strong\u003e into roughly minced pieces and add to the pan along with the white parts of the \u003cstrong\u003espring onion\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until the tofu starts to turn golden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStir in the \u003cstrong\u003esichuan black bean tofu sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e and cook for a further 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the tofu begins to crisp at the edges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 4\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, add boiling water from the kettle to your saucepan and place it over medium-high heat. Once the water is bubbling, add the \u003cstrong\u003eudon noodles\u003c\/strong\u003e and cook for 4–5 minutes, or until tender but still al dente. Once cooked, drain and rinse the noodles under cold water. This helps remove excess starch and prevents them from becoming soggy. Set aside in a colander to drain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 5\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoil your kettle again, then place the colander with the rinsed udon noodles over the sink and pour boiling water over them to warm through. Drain well, then return them to the saucepan. Place over medium heat, add the \u003cstrong\u003ecreamy gochujang sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e, and mix well while gently warming for 1–2 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 6\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo serve, divide the \u003cstrong\u003ecreamy gochujang udon noodles\u003c\/strong\u003e between bowls and top with the \u003cstrong\u003esichuan mapo tofu mince\u003c\/strong\u003e. Add the marinated\u003cstrong\u003e cucumber \u003c\/strong\u003eon the side and garnish with the green parts of the \u003cstrong\u003espring onion\u003c\/strong\u003e and a wedge of\u003cstrong\u003e lime\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sprinkle over the \u003cstrong\u003esesame garnish\u003c\/strong\u003e and sliced chilli or chilli flakes if you would like extra heat (optional). Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planthood","offers":[{"title":"Base","offer_id":48354643083483,"sku":"NOODLESMAPOTOFU","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One-off 2 People","offer_id":48354643116251,"sku":"NOODLESMAPOTOFU","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One-off 4 People","offer_id":48354643149019,"sku":"NOODLESMAPOTOFU","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/3252\/7775\/files\/NOODLES_MAPO_TOFU-2_LOW_RES_1.jpg?v=1773327917","url":"https:\/\/planthood.co.uk\/products\/mapo-tofu-udon-noodles-in-creamy-gochujang-sauce-with-fresh-cucumber-salad-toasted-sesame-seeds","provider":"Planthood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}