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Sesame-Crusted Tofu Ramen

A midnight-dark mushroom broth, springy noodles, and tofu in a golden sesame armor. Deep umami with a fraction of the sodium of the takeout version.

35 minutes Serves 2
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Carbs
60g
Fat
20g
plate — exposed 35 min · serves 2

Ingredients

  • 400 g extra-firm tofu, pressed & slabbed
  • 3 tbsp sesame seeds + 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 4 cups mushroom broth + 2 tbsp low-sodium soy
  • 1 tbsp white miso + 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 2 portions ramen noodles
  • 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional)
  • Bok choy, scallions, chili crisp

Method

  1. 01

    Press tofu, coat in cornstarch–sesame, and pan-fry until every face is bronzed.

  2. 02

    Simmer broth with soy, miso, and ginger for 10 minutes; wilt in the bok choy.

  3. 03

    Cook noodles separately; divide between deep bowls.

  4. 04

    Ladle over broth, then arrange tofu, eggs, scallions, and a spoon of chili crisp.