Vegan Lo Mein with Korean Tofu Bulgogi

Korean vegan lo mein is spicy and sweet, with maple syrup, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, liquid smoke, garlic, and onions, plus baked tofu.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 382 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 (10 ounce) package broccoli coleslaw mix
• 1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons Korean red pepper powder (Optional)
• 7 ounces vegan lo mein noodles
• ½ (8 ounce) package coleslaw mix

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until browned, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 3

Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard the accumulated liquid. Dice into bite-sized cubes.

Step 4

Combine soy sauce, 3 tablespoons sesame oil, maple syrup, green onions, red pepper powder, sesame seeds, garlic, and liquid smoke in a bowl. Fold in tofu and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator to soak for no longer than 1 hour. Drain tofu, reserving marinade. Spread tofu evenly on a baking sheet.

Step 5

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lo mein noodles in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.

Step 6

Combine coconut oil and 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a wok or saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add broccoli coleslaw mix and coleslaw mix; saute until wilted, about 3 minutes more. Reduce heat to medium-low; add cooked noodles, baked tofu, and reserved marinade. Simmer until heated through and all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.