Veggie-Packed Brown Rice Noodles

Cuisine:

Indo Chinese

Meal Type:

Main Course

Diet Type:

Vegetarian

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Cuisine:

Indo Chinese

Meal Type:

Main Course

Diet Type:

Vegetarian

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Rest Time:

N/A

Total Time:

30 minutes

Serves:

1

250 - 300 kcal

kcal per serving (estimate)

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Rest Time:

N/A

Total Time:

30 minutes

Servings:

1

Calories Per Serving (estimate):

250 - 300 kcal

A whole lot of vegetables. A dish that is both colorful and nourishing is created by combining the health advantages of brown rice noodles with a variety of vibrant, nutrient-dense vegetables. It is perfect for a rapidly prepared, high-fiber, vitamin, and mineral-rich meal. You can add a protein source like tofu, tempeh, or you can make it vegetarian or vegan, depending on your preferences.

Ingredients

  • Brown rice noodles – 200g
  • Mixed vegetables -1 cup (250g)
  • Tofu – 100g 
  • Sesame oil -1 tbsp 
  • Soy sauce – 2 tbsp 
  • Rice vinegar -1 tbsp
  • Garlic – 2 cloves
  • Ginger -1 inch piece
  • Green onions – 2 stalks
  • Chili sauce or sriracha – 1tsp
  • Low-sodium vegetable broth – 2 tbsp
  • Coriander leaves – For garnish 

 

Instructions

  • In a large pot of boiling water, add brown rice noodles and boil for 6-8 minutes.
  • Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water.
  • Add 1 tbsp of sesame oil in a non-stick pan, add garlic and ginger and saute for 2 minutes, add tofu and saute for 3 minutes until lightly browned and crispy, keep aside. 
  • In the same pan, add the mixed vegetables and stir fry for 5 minutes. Add the cooked brown rice noodles to the pan, add soy sauce, rice vinegar, add vegetable broth to the noodles and vegetables and stir together for 2 minutes. 
  • Stir in chilli sauce or sriracha and mix well, if needed, add more soy sauce or rice vinegar. 
  • For extra flavour and freshness, top with green onions and fresh coriander leaves. 
  • Serve hot in individual bowls and sprinkle some sesame seeds for a burst of flavour.  

Healthy Tips & Facts

  • Compared to regular white noodles, brown rice noodles provide more fibre and nutrients.
  • Mixed vegetables are high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, this gives a nutritious and colourful punch to the dish.
  • Tofu adds plant-based protein, which makes the dish more filling and balanced.
  • Without sacrificing the flavour, using low sodium soy sauce reduces the sodium content.
  • Using 1tbsp of sesame oil keeps the dish light and offers healthy fats.

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