Sticky Ginger Sesame Tofu and Veggies 1 Pot

Noodles:

• 6 oz brown rice vermicelli or maifun or rice noodles
• 1 tsp lime juice or lemon
• 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Sticky Sesame Tofu:

• 1 tsp oil
• 12 to 14 oz firm tofu
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 large red bell pepper thinly sliced
• 1/2 or 1 large green bell pepper thinly sliced
• 1 hot chile green (Serrano) or red(birds eye)
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 to 1 cup other veggies of choice
• 5 cloves of garlic finely chopped
• 1 tbsp minced ginger peel ginger and mince
• 1/3 cup soy sauce or tamari
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 to 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 to 3 tsp Sriracha
• 1 tbsp orange juice optional
• a generous dash of black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cornstarch or use arrowroot starch
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup water
• Cilantro for garnish 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish, epper flakes as needed