Udon Noodles with Sesame and Tofu

Recipe by The Soyfoods Council

Karry Hosford

Ingredients

Vinaigrette:: 2tablespoons rice or cider vinegar; 1tablespoon soy sauce; 1tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1/4teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1teaspoon minced garlic; 1teaspoon minced ginger
Pasta:: 1-- (9-ounce) package fresh Udon (Asian Style) noodles; 1-- (8-ounce) package smoked tofu (teriyaki flavored), cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2teaspoon salt; 1 1/2cups diced cucumber; 1cup shredded carrots; 1/2cup green onions; 2teaspoons toasted sesame seeds

To prepare vinaigrette, combine vinegar and next five ingredients. Whisk well.
To prepare pasta, prepare udon noodles according to package directions, omitting salt. Combine udon noodles and next 6 ingredients. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss well. Serve room temperature or chilled.