Spicy Maple Noodle Bowl

for the tofu

• ½ lb firm tofu, drained
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• ½ tsp dark soy sauce (optional, for colour)
• 2 tsp pure Canadian maple syrup

for the Spicy Maple Dressing

• 2 tbsp  pure Canadian maple syrup
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp chilli oil of choice
• extra pinch chilli flakes or ground chilli (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

For the bowl

• 2 serves soba
• red cabbage, thinly sliced
• romaine/cos lettuce, thinly sliced
• carrots, shredded into long thin strips
• shelled edamame, cooked according to packet instructions
• cucumber, shredded into long thin strips
• fresh mint
• avocado
• sesame seeds

1. Preheat your oven or air-fryer at 200°C. Combine all of the tofu ingredients into a container and gently shake to coat well. If you have time to marinade it for a while prior, transfer to the fridge while you prep the remainder of your ingredients.
2. When ready, transfer onto a baking tray and bake or air-fry until golden. In the air-fryer it should take about 15 minutes, it may take longer in the oven.
3. In the meantime, combine all of the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk well.
4. Cook your soba according to packet instructions, drain then rinse with cold water.
5. When ready to assemble, place the noodles at the bottom of the bowl and top with all of the veggies plus the tofu. Garnish with sesame seeds and pour the dressing on top. Mix well so all the ingredients are coated and enjoy!