Marco Polo Noodles Recipe
Description:
Accompany this delightful pasta with wedges of fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes. For dessert, have raspberry sorbet with fresh raspberries. Found on the Web and posted by request.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Soy/Tofu, Beans, Vegetable, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 481.8
- Fat Content: 11.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 671.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 66.7g
- Fiber Content: 10.8g
- Sugar Content: 15.1g
- Protein Content: 22.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Spinach |
| 1 | Bean sprouts |
| 2 | Carrots |
| 3 | Scallions |
| 4 | Snow peas |
| 1/4 | Reduced sodium soy sauce |
| 3 | Dry sherry |
| 3 | Honey |
| 2 | Firm tofu |
| 1 | Spinach pasta |
Cooking Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Vegetables:
- Place spinach, bean sprouts, carrots, scallions, and snow peas in a serving bowl; set aside.
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Prepare Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, peanut butter, sherry, and honey.
- Heat gently, stirring often, until the mixture is hot and bubbly.
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Cook Tofu:
- Add tofu to the saucepan and toss gently with a rubber spatula to coat it with the sauce.
- Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
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Cook Pasta:
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Drain the cooked pasta in a colander and add it to the vegetables in the serving bowl.
- Pour the tofu and peanut sauce on top of the pasta and vegetables.
- Toss everything together to combine evenly.
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Serve:
- Serve the Marco Polo Noodles hot and enjoy this flavorful dish!
These Marco Polo Noodles are a perfect blend of nutritious vegetables, protein-rich tofu, and a flavorful peanut sauce, making it a satisfying and delicious meal option for lunch or snacks. Plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weekdays when you want something tasty and wholesome without spending hours in the kitchen. So gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try today!
