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Lo Mein with Tofu

TOTAL TIME:45 min

Skip the takeout and make your own, delicious Lo Mein! The first time you make it, you’ll have to buy a few unusual ingredients, but don’t worry—you’ll want to make this again and again. It provides lots of veggies and whole grains, making it a healthier choice than traditional takeout. If you love Chinese food, this is a must-try recipe.

PREP TIME:15 min
COOK TIME:30 min
TOTAL TIME:45 min
SERVES:3
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Ingredients

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          Nutrition per serving
          380 CALS
          18 G
          57 G
          13 G
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          AMOUNT PER SERVING% DAILY VALUE
          Calories
          380
          from fat
          110
          Total fat
          13g
          Saturated fat
          1g
          Cholesterol
          0mg
          Sodium
          1170mg
          Carbohydrate
          57g
          dietary fiber
          9g
          sugar
          10g
          Protein
          18g
          Directions
          1. Place the tofu in a paper towel, then press down with a heavy pan to remove excess liquid.
          2. Fill a pot with water, then bring to a boil.
          3. Add the whole wheat linguine.
          4. Cook the noodles until al dente, then drain.
          5. Toss the noodles with the sesame oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
          6. In a large, cast iron skillet or pot, heat 1 tablespoon canola oil.
          7. Sprinkle the tofu with ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper, then add to the skillet.
          8. Cook for 4 minutes on each side or until golden.
          9. Remove from pan, then set aside.
          10. In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, mirin, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
          11. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil to the pan.
          12. Sauté the cabbage, carrots, and garlic until the carrots are tender.
          13. Add the bean sprouts, green onions, noodles, and tofu.
          14. Toss the noodles, vegetables, and tofu with the oyster sauce mixture.
          15. Cook until heated through—about 3 minutes.
          16. Serve warm.
          Nutrition per serving
          380 CALS
          18 G
          57 G
          13 G
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          AMOUNT PER SERVING% DAILY VALUE
          Calories
          380
          from fat
          110
          Total fat
          13g
          Saturated fat
          1g
          Cholesterol
          0mg
          Sodium
          1170mg
          Carbohydrate
          57g
          dietary fiber
          9g
          sugar
          10g
          Protein
          18g

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          30-45 minute
          300-400 calories
          All Seasons
          dairy free
          egg free
          fish free
          peanut free
          tree nut free

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