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Tofu and Cashew Chow Mein

Precooked thick wheat noodles are typically found in the refrigerated section of the supermarket. Preparing soba noodles is a worthy substitute.

25 minTotal time
6Steps
11Ingredients
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Ingredients for 2

  • 6 ⅔ oz Precooked Thick Wheat Noodles
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 ⅓ tbsp Oyster Sauce
  • 1 ⅓ tsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 ⅓ tbsp Peanut Oil or other suitable frying oil
  • 4 oz Firm Tofu, cut into cubes
  • ⅔ Carrot, julienned
  • 1 ⅓ cups Small Broccoli Florets
  • 1 ⅓ cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 ⅓ tsp Ginger, finely grated
  • ⅓ cup Roasted Cashews

Instructions

  1. Loosen the precooked noodles by soaking in a bowl of hot water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.

  2. Mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil and 2 Tbsp water in a bowl.

  3. Heat a wok or large frying pan over a high heat, add the oil and stir-fry the carrot and broccoli for 2 minutes.

  4. Add the tofu and stir-fry for 4 minutes.

  5. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for a minute.

  6. Stir through the noodles and then add the sauce mixture and cashews and mix until thoroughly combined and heated through.