Super Green Udon Noodles With Tenderstem Broccoli, Crispy Sesame Crusted Tofu & Rayu Chilli Drizzle

Before you start, take out all the ingredients for this recipe (see picture above) and rinse any raw grains, herbs or vegetables.

STEP 1

Boil your kettle, then take out a sauce pan and a large frying pan. Fill your saucepan with boiling water from your kettle, place over a high heat and bring to the boil for the noodles. 

STEP 2

Add the udon noodles to your saucepan of boiling water and cook for 5–6 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 them aside in a colander to drain.

STEP 3

Add the super green noodle sauce and baby spinach to a blender, and blend until smooth and vibrant green. Alternatively, use a hand blender in a bowl, or finely chop the baby spinach and fold it into the sauce.

STEP 4

Cut the tenderstem broccoli into bite-sized pieces, and dice the tofu into 1.5 cm cubes.

Empty the sesame seed coating into a wide bowl and mix it with a fork so the sesame seeds are evenly distributed. Then add the tofu cubes and toss them until all sides are coated. You may want to lightly wet the tofu with a splash of water before adding to the bowl to help the coating stick well and evenly.

Place your frying pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Once hot, add the tenderstem broccoli and fry for 4-5 minutes, until slightly charred and tender but still with a bit of bite. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

In the same pan, add another drizzle of oil and fry the sesame coated tofu cubes for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.

STEP 5

Wipe the frying pan clean and place it back over medium heat. Add the super green sauce to the pan and warm gently. Once the sauce is piping hot, add the cooked udon noodles and tenderstem broccoli, then stir until well combined and heated through.

STEP 6

To serve, divide the super green udon noodles between serving bowls and top with the crispy sesame crusted tofu. Drizzle with smoky black bean rayu, and enjoy!