Vietnamese Tofu Vermicelli Bowl
There's something truly satisfying about a fresh and flavorful dish that brings together the vibrant tastes of Vietnamese cuisine. This Vietnamese Tofu Vermicelli Bowl combines the zesty flavors of herbs, the crunch of fresh vegetables, and the heartiness of tofu, all served over a bed of delicate vermicelli noodles. It's a bowl bursting with color, texture, and taste—a perfect meal to enjoy on a cozy evening at home or to impress your guests at a gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients: soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, minced garlic (2 cloves), grated ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Add the cubed tofu and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
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Cook the vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
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Heat a pan over medium heat and lightly grease it. Add the marinated tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides. Set aside.
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Assemble your bowls by dividing the vermicelli noodles among serving dishes. Top with shredded lettuce, julienned carrots, sliced cucumber, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and the cooked tofu.
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Garnish with crushed peanuts and pickled carrots and daikon, if using. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
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In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the Nuoc Cham dipping sauce: fish sauce, water, sugar, lime juice, minced garlic (1 clove), and sliced Thai chili (optional) until the sugar dissolves. Adjust the taste by adding more lime juice or sugar as needed.
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Drizzle the Nuoc Cham sauce over the bowl just before eating. Mix everything together to coat each element with the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 bowl (approx. 350 g)- Calories
- 420 kcal
- Total Fat
- 18 g
- Saturated Fat
- 2.5 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Sodium
- 1100 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 45 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 6 g
- Sugars
- 12 g
- Protein
- 20 g
Capture the essence of Vietnamese cuisine in your own home with this simple yet impressive recipe. The combination of fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs, and the balance of flavors in this dish will surely make it a favorite in your repertoire of cozy home meals. Bon appétit!