Vegan Pad Thai

Cook the Rice Noodles Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce In a small bowl, whisk together the tamari or soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and tamarind paste. Set aside.

Cook the Tofu In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until crispy and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Cook the Vegetables In the same skillet, heat another 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the red onion, red bell pepper, and carrot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Combine the Ingredients Add the cooked rice noodles, tofu, and sauce to the skillet with the vegetables. Mix well to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.

Serve and Garnish Remove from heat and stir in the bean sprouts, green onions, and chopped cilantro. Garnish with chopped roasted peanuts.