Bun Chay (Vegan Tofu and Herb Vermicelli Bowl)

Bun Chay (Vegan Tofu and Herb Vermicelli Bowl)

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Vietnamese · 35 min · Tofu · vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free

486 cal 18g protein 72g carbs 14g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 7 oz firm tofu, cubed
  • 4 oz rice vermicelli noodles
  • 1 tbsp lemongrass, minced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp vegan fish sauce or soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint and cilantro
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Press tofu 10 minutes, cube, and toss with lemongrass and 1 tbsp vegan fish sauce.
  2. Pan-fry the tofu in a little oil over medium-high 8-10 minutes until golden on all sides.
  3. Cook rice vermicelli in boiling water 4-5 minutes, drain, and rinse under cold water.
  4. Whisk remaining vegan fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and 1/2 cup water into a dressing.
  5. Divide noodles among bowls with cucumber, carrot, bean sprouts, and herbs.
  6. Top with the crisp tofu and peanuts, then pour the dressing over.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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