Pasta Day: Southeast Asian-Flavored Cold Noodles With Tempeh

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Southeast Asian-Flavored Cold Noodles With Tempeh

 

Recipe By : Pasta East to West by Nava Atlas, page 40

Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Pasta, Couscous, Etc. Salads, Main Dish

Soyfoods Vegetables

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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***TEMPEH CROUTONS***

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 tablespoon natural soy sauce or tamari

8 ounces packaged tempeh -- diced

1 pinch chili powder

***DRESSING***

1/3 cup natural-style or reduced-fat peanut

butter

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons light brown sugar or Sucanat

1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes

OR 1 teaspoon chili powder -- or to taste

2 tablespoons natural soy sauce or tamari

1/4 cup hot water

***REMAINING INGREDIENTS***

8 ounces soba or udon noodles

(or substitute linguine)

8 ounces fresh mung bean sprouts

3 scallions -- sliced

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

2 tablespoons finely chopped peanuts -- optional, up to 3

 

6 to 8 servings

 

This spicy, nutty salad is an amalgam of Indonesian and Thai-influenced

ingredients and seasonings.

 

Slowly heat the oil and soy sauce together in a wide skillet. Add the

tempeh and sauté over medium heat, stirring frequently, until nicely

browned and crisp. Sprinkle lightly with chili powder, and remove from the

heat. Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl, and whisk

together. Set aside.

 

Cook the noodles in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al

dente. Drain and rinse under cool water, then drain well again.

 

Meanwhile, steam the sprouts in a large saucepan with about 1/2 inch of

water until they are just wilted. Drain and rinse under cool water, then

drain well again.

 

Combine the noodles and sprouts in a large serving bowl. Add the tempeh,

scallions, cilantro, and peanuts, if desired. Pour in the dressing, toss

well, and serve.

 

Calories: 319, Carbohydrate: 42 g, Total Fat: 9 g, Cholesterol: 0 g,

Protein: 16 g, Sodium: 445 mg

 

 

 

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