Manchurian Noodles (Indo-Chinese Ginger Garlic Chili Noodles)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
217 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Manchurian Noodles (Indo-Chinese Ginger Garlic Chili Noodles)
Description
This recipe begins with firm tofu pressed and browned to develop a golden crust, adding chewiness and richness. Aromatics including chopped garlic, ginger, green chili, and onion are sautéed briefly before bell peppers are added for crunchy texture. The sauce mixes savory soy sauce, spicy sambal oelek, slightly sweet ketchup and maple syrup, and tangy vinegar, producing a complex flavor profile. Cornstarch mixed with water thickens the sauce, which is then combined with cooked ramen noodles and tofu to evenly coat all ingredients.
The noodles become tender yet firm, while the tofu remains crisp on the outside. The sauce infuses the dish with ginger and garlic brightness, balanced heat from chilis, and subtle sweetness. Sesame seeds and chopped green onions provide finishing touches visually and texturally.
This dish works well as a standalone meal or paired with other Indo-Chinese appetizers or sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
For the tofu:
- 7 ounces firm tofu pressed for 15 minutes then cubed or sliced into rectangles, or extra firm tofu
- 4 oz ramen noodles ( 2 ramen noodle packets)
For the Manchurian sauce:
- 2 teaspoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 6 cloves garlic chopped
- 1/2 inch ginger chopped
- 1 green chili such as Serrano or Indian, chopped
- 2-3 tablespoons white onion coarsely chopped; or white parts of a green onion
- 1/2 red bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sambal oelek or Indian red chili sauce, or Asian chili garlic sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 3/4 cup water
- green onions for garnish
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Press and cube the tofu if you haven’t already and set aside. Cook your noodles according to the package instructions. Then rinse in cold water and set aside.
- Heat a teaspoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and once hot add the tofu and cook until the tofu is golden on most of the edges, 7-9 minutes.
- In the meantime prepare the sauce aromatics; combine the garlic, ginger, green chili, and onion in a small food processor. Process until finely chopped, remove and set aside. Add the bell peppers and process until coarsely chopped. Set those aside as well.
- Remove the tofu from the skillet and add another teaspoon of oil. Reduce the heat to medium and add the sauce aromatics(ginger, garlic, chili, onion) that were chopped and a good pinch of salt. cook for one minute then add the chopped bell pepper and another pinch of salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes
- Add the sambal oelek, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, black and white pepper, and maple syrup. Mix really well until it starts to come to a boil.
- Add the cornstarch and water mixture and mix in. Let the mixture come to a boil for a minute or so. Then add in the cooked noodles and crisped-up tofu and toss really well.
- Switch off the heat and toss again to coat all of the noodles and tofu with the sauce. Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds and serve.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
- This recipe contains no nuts, suitable for nut-free diets.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 217 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 217kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Sodium | 670mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 176mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 619IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 91mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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