Lemongrass tofu and vermicelli noodle bowls
Fragrant lemongrass tofu over cool rice noodles with crunchy salad and herbs, dressed with a sweet lime sauce.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.79 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the lemongrass, half the garlic, 2 tbsp of the tamari and half the sugar in a dish. Add the tofu and leave to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
15 min - 2
Make the dressing by stirring the lime juice, remaining tamari, remaining sugar, remaining garlic, chilli and 3 tbsp water together until the sugar dissolves.
- 3
Cook the noodles following the packet instructions, rinse under cold water and drain well.
- 4
Heat the oil in a non stick frying pan. Fry the tofu for 3 to 4 minutes each side until golden with dark, crisp edges.
7 min - 5
Divide the noodles between four bowls. Add the cucumber, carrot, lettuce and herbs, then top with the tofu.
- 6
Spoon over the dressing at the table.
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