Sesame Noodles with Grilled Tofu

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== Ingredients ==
* 1 lb pkg. firm or extra-firm tofu, drained
* 1 recipe Sesame Ginger Marinade
* 1 lb fresh Chinese wheat noodles or linguine
* 1 lb broccoli, cut into florets, stems julienned
* ¼ cup chopped scallions
=== Dressing ===
* 3 tbsp Asian sesame oil
* ½ cup peanut butter
* ½ cup vegetable broth
* ¼ cup tamari or soy sauce
* 1 tsp chili paste with garlic
* 2 tbsp sugar
== Directions ==
# Line baking dish with plastic wrap.
# Cut tofu in half crosswise, then holding knife parallel to work surface, split each piece in half horizontally.
# Place in baking dish and cover with plastic wrap. Place plate on top and weigh down with several cans. Refrigerate 30 to 45 minutes to press out excess moisture.
# Prepare marinade in shallow glass bowl.
# Remove tofu pieces from baking dish and blot tofu dry with paper towel; discard liquid.
# Place tofu in bowl with marinade; turn to coat.
# Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least two hours or for up to one day, turning occasionally.
# Bring large pot of water to a boil.
# When water boils, add noodles, stirring to prevent sticking.
# Cook noodles until tender according to package directions.
# Drain, rinse under cold running water and drain again.
# Transfer noodles to bowl.
# Bring medium saucepan of water to boil.
# Add broccoli and cook 2 minutes.
# Drain, rinse broccoli under cold running water, and drain again.
# Add broccoli to bowl with noodles.
=== Dressing ===
# In food processor or blender, combine all ingredients and process until smooth.
# Set aside.
# Preheat gas grill to medium-high or prepare a hot charcoal fire.
# Remove tofu from marinade.
# Grill tofu, basting occasionally with marinade, until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
# Just before serving, toss dressing with noodles and broccoli. Transfer mixture to serving platter. Arrange tofu on top and sprinkle mixture with scallions. Serve at room temperature.
Category:Vegetarian Recipes
Category:Chinese wheat noodle Recipes
Category:Peanut butter Recipes
Category:Extra-firm tofu Recipes
Category:Firm tofu Recipes
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