Vegan Ginger Sesame Noodles with Crispy Tofu

SAUCE

• 2 ½ Tbsp tamari (ensure gluten-free as needed)
• 1 ½ Tbsp avocado (or olive) oil
• 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger (1-2 inches ginger yields ~1 Tbsp grated)
• 2-3 tsp Chili garlic sauce (or sriracha)
• 2 tsp lime juice (optional)

TOFU & VEGGIES

• 1 (14 oz.) package extra-firm tofu
• 1 ½ cups fresh green beans, ends trimmed, cut into thirds
• 2 cups red cabbage, sliced into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 ½ Tbsp avocado (or olive) oil
• 1 tsp tamari (ensure gluten-free as needed)

NOODLES

• 8 oz. brown rice noodles (we like Lotus Foods // or sub other noodles such as buckwheat soba or spaghetti // ensure gluten-free as needed)

GARNISH optional

• 3 Tbsp thinly sliced green onion
• 1 Tbsp sesame seeds