Five Spice Tofu Noodle Bowl

Method

1. Step 1

   Slice tofu and press between two paper towels to get rid of excess moisture. Once drained of excess moisture, shallow fry in 1 tsp of sesame oil with five spice powder. Remove from oil and set aside.

2. Step 2

   Break apart pak choi and cook in a pan with one tsp of sesame oil, season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

3. Step 3

   Cook instant noodles according to pack instructions. Rinse in cold water and set aside.

4. Step 4

   Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a pan, add garlic and chilli flakes until the garlic is golden. Add hoisin sauce, soy sauce and Chinese cooking wine and mix together.

5. Step 5

   Add noodles and sesame seeds to the pan and toss to combine. Cook until most of the liquid has evaporated and the noodles are coated in a thick sauce.

6. Step 6

   Divide the noodles into serving bowls and top with tofu, pak choy and scallions.

7. Step 7

   NOTE: you can adjust the chilli to your preferred spice level or omit entirely.