Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Dry rice noodles | 260 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
 Firm tofu, cubed | 280 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Broccoli florets | 280 g | Bitter, Astringent, Sweet · Cooling |
 Carrot, cut thin | 120 g | Sweet, Bitter · Heating |
 Sesame oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh ginger | 8 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Fresh lime juice | 22 g | Sour · Cooling |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 900 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Cook the dry rice noodles in the water until just tender, then drain and rinse briefly with warm water.
- Warm the sesame oil in a wide pan and cook the ginger until fragrant.
- Add the cubed firm tofu, broccoli florets, carrot cut thin in order of cooking time and stir-fry until tender.
- Fold in the drained noodles and rock salt, tossing until evenly hot.
- Remove from the heat, add the lime juice, and serve immediately.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original East or Southeast Asian noodle adaptation)
Rice Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli is served hot with vegetables and a light sesame-lime finish. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Rice Noodles with Tofu and Broccoli
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (473g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 88 kcal | 417 kcal |
| Protein | 3.9 g | 18.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 13.2 g | 62.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 5.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | 2.8 g |
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 11.3 g |
| Calcium | 114.5 mg | 541.7 mg |
| Iron | 0.63 mg | 2.97 mg |
| Magnesium | 14.8 mg | 70.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 61.5 mg | 290.8 mg |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 517 mg |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 569 mg |
| Zinc | 0.42 mg | 1.97 mg |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 0.39 mg |
| Manganese | 0.28 mg | 1.35 mg |
| Selenium | 5.0 µg | 23.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 14.0 mg | 66.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 57.6 µg | 272.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.22 mg | 1.06 mg |
| Vitamin K | 16.0 µg | 75.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.04 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.25 mg | 1.18 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 15.4 µg | 72.7 µg |
| Choline | 4.3 mg | 20.2 mg |
