Vegan Tofu Pad Thai

ByHannah Peterson

Vegan Tofu Pad Thai — A Flavor Explosion in Every Bite! 🌿

This Vegan Tofu Pad Thai is a perfect balance of tangy, salty, and slightly sweet — all tossed together with chewy rice noodles, crispy tofu, and crunchy peanuts. It’s fast, flavorful, and tastes even better than takeout!

Whether you’re craving a weeknight comfort meal or a quick dinner packed with protein and fresh veggies, this one’s a guaranteed hit. 💛

🌿 Ingredients

For the sauce:

  • 3 tbsp tamarind paste (or 2 tbsp lime juice + 1 tbsp rice vinegar as substitute)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or chili paste (adjust to spice preference)
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter (optional, for creamier flavor)

For the stir-fry:

  • 200g rice noodles
  • 1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (to coat tofu)
  • 2 tbsp oil (for frying tofu)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • ½ cup bean sprouts (optional)
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts, crushed
  • Fresh cilantro or lime wedges to garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the noodles:
Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.

2️⃣ Crisp the tofu:
Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch. In a pan, heat oil and fry tofu until golden brown on all sides. Set aside.

3️⃣ Make the sauce:
Whisk all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust to taste (more sweet or spicy as desired).

4️⃣ Stir-fry:
In the same pan, add garlic and carrots. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together until the noodles are coated.

5️⃣ Add tofu & finish:
Add the tofu back in, along with green onions and sprouts. Mix gently.

6️⃣ Serve:
Top with crushed peanuts, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. 🌿

💡 Tips & Variations

🔥 Add chili flakes for extra heat.
🥕 Mix in bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch.
🥜 Try almond butter instead of peanut butter for a nutty twist.

✨ This Vegan Tofu Pad Thai is tangy, satisfying, and packed with bold Thai-inspired flavors — a perfect comfort meal that’s 100% plant-based! 💚

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