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vegan crispy tofu ramen | The Baking Fairy
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5 from 2 votes

vegan crispy tofu ramen

Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time3 hours
Course: Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Author: Valentina | The Baking Fairy

Ingredients

  • *for the broth*
  • 1 carrot
  • ½ onion
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch segment ginger
  • 1 jalapeno seeded
  • cup mushrooms
  • 2-3 small sheets nori
  • ½ cup white miso
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 vegetable bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • *for the ramen*
  • 1 14 oz package extra firm tofu
  • 2-3 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 package straight ramen noodles
  • 2 baby bok choi cut in half
  • 1 ½ cups fresh bean sprouts
  • ½ cup mushrooms sliced
  • 2-3 green onions cut into rounds
  • 4 small sheets nori

Instructions

  • First, prepare the broth. Peel and largely dice all the vegetables for the broth
  • Place in a medium pot, add in the soy sauce, miso, nori, and salt, and add enough water to cover (aim for at least 8 cups).
  • Bring mixture to a boil, then lower to a simmer and cook for 1-2 hrs.
  • At this point, also drain the tofu and either press in a tofu press or on a cutting board with heavy books on top.
  • After 1-2 hrs, drain all excess liquid from the tofu, cut into cubes, and toss in a medium bowl with the soy sauce, paprika, turmeric, salt, chili, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set these aside to marinade.
  • In a medium nonstick pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high. Add in the baby bok choi, cut side down, and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes. Flip, and cook for 2-3 minutes more. Repeat the process 1-2 more times so that the bok choi is lightly golden brown and cooked without being burnt. Season with some salt and garlic powder.
  • Remove from pan, add another ½ tablespoon of oil, and throw in the bean sprouts with a little more salt and garlic powder. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until slightly tender and warmed through. Remove from pan.
  • Finally, add in 1 tablespoon olive oil and cook the tofu on medium heat. Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, then flip and let it cook more. Repeat until all sides of the tofu cubes have had a chance to brown.
  • Set all toppings aside.
  • Going back to the broth, strain off all the vegetables so you're left with just the liquid. Bring to a boil, add in the ramen noodles, and cook according to package directions.
  • When ready, divide noodles and broth among 4 bowls, and top with the crispy tofu, bok choi, bean sprouts, mushroom slices, green onion, and one small sheet of nori each. Enjoy!