Zucchini noodles

2 servings

25 minutes

Zucchini noodles are a light and aromatic dish from Pan-Asian cuisine that offers freshness and harmony of flavors. The thin strands of tender zucchini resemble real noodles and pair well with crunchy vegetables, fried tofu, and a spicy marinade made from soy sauce, honey, and sriracha. Cashews add a pleasant texture while corn contributes sweet notes. The dill aroma of cilantro and the freshness of lime complete the composition, turning this dish into a true culinary masterpiece. An ideal choice for lovers of healthy and vibrant food, zucchini noodles are easily digestible and perfect for a light dinner or lunch. With the combination of vegetables and protein from tofu, it is nutritious and balanced. Try this recipe to enjoy Eastern sophistication and originality!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 758.5
• Proteins: 35.4g
• Fats: 32.6g
• Carbohydrates: 82.1g

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil: 65 ml
• Rice vinegar: 30 ml
• Honey: 30 g
• Sriracha: 30 ml
• Soy sauce: 60 ml
• Sesame oil: 15 ml
• Ginger: 10 g
• Tofu: 300 g
• Red onion: 80 g
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Cashew: 50 g
• Red sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Fresh corn: 1 pc
• Zucchini: 800 g
• Coriander: to taste
• Lime: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Cut the tofu into small cubes.

3. Peel the ginger and cut it into small cubes.

4. Mix vegetable oil (15 ml) and sesame oil, vinegar, honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and ginger.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 65 ml
   • Sesame oil: 15 ml
   • Rice vinegar: 30 ml
   • Honey: 30 g
   • Sriracha: 30 ml
   • Soy sauce: 60 ml
   • Ginger: 10 g

5. Place the sliced tofu in this marinade and let it marinate for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tofu: 300 g

6. Cut the onion and carrot into thick strips. Remove the seeds from the pepper and also cut it into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 80 g
   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece

7. Cut the grains from the corn.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh corn: 1 piece

8. Chop the cashews coarsely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cashew: 50 g

9. Grate the zucchini on a Korean grater along the long side or cut it into thin long strips with a knife. Do not grate the center of the zucchini with seeds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Zucchini: 800 g

10. Use a slotted spoon to remove the tofu from the marinade and dry it on a paper towel.

    Required ingredients:

    • Tofu: 300 g

11. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and fry the tofu until golden brown. Then remove the tofu from the skillet for a while.

    Required ingredients:

    • Vegetable oil: 65 ml
    • Tofu: 300 g

12. Add cashews, corn, onion, and carrot to the pan, fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cashew: 50 g
    • Fresh corn: 1 piece
    • Red onion: 80 g
    • Carrot: 1 piece

13. Add pepper and fry for another 2 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece

14. Add zucchini noodles, return the tofu and marinade. Stir-fry until the noodles are slightly softened.

    Required ingredients:

    • Zucchini: 800 g
    • Tofu: 300 g
    • Vegetable oil: 65 ml
    • Sesame oil: 15 ml
    • Rice vinegar: 30 ml
    • Honey: 30 g
    • Sriracha: 30 ml
    • Soy sauce: 60 ml
    • Ginger: 10 g

15. Serve zucchini noodles garnished with cilantro leaves and a slice of lime.

    Required ingredients:

    • Coriander:  to taste
    • Lime:  to taste