Sticky Satay Tofu & Rice Noodles

Prep the ingredients

• Drain the tofu and pat dry with kitchen paper. Tear it into small bite-sized pieces and add these to a bowl. Toss in the cornflour and the Chinese 5 Spice.

Make the satay sauce

• Make the cheat’s satay sauce by mixing together the peanut butter, sweet chilli sauce and half the tamari. Add a splash of hot water and mix vigorously until you have a pouring consistency.

Soak the rice noodles

• Soak the rice noodles in boiling water. Leave to soak for 5 minutes, then drain.

Cook the tofu & veg

• Heat a dash of oil in a large frying pan on a medium-high heat, then add the tofu and cook for 5 - 7 minutes, until it starts to crisp up.

Make the smashed cucumber salad

• Slice the cucumber in half lengthways, then with a rolling pin bash the cucumber until you smash it into chunky pieces, then add them to a bowl. Drizzle over the rice wine vinegar and the rest of the tamari, along with a pinch of sugar, then mix well.

Plate Up

• Plate up the rice noodles, top with the crispy tofu, drizzle over the satay sauce and serve alongside the smashed cucumber. Enjoy!