Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Dry soy vermicelli | 250 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
 Firm tofu, cubed | 260 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Cabbage, sliced | 280 g | Sweet, Astringent · 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 soy vermicelli 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, sliced cabbage, 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)
Soy Vermicelli with Tofu and Cabbage 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 Soy Vermicelli with Tofu and Cabbage
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (465g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 80 kcal | 373 kcal |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 12.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 13.1 g | 61.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 6.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | 14.7 g |
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 10.4 g |
| Calcium | 112.9 mg | 525.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.71 mg | 3.33 mg |
| Magnesium | 11.7 mg | 54.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35.7 mg | 166.4 mg |
| Potassium | 83 mg | 385 mg |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 442 mg |
| Zinc | 0.84 mg | 3.90 mg |
| Copper | 0.32 mg | 1.50 mg |
| Manganese | 0.20 mg | 0.93 mg |
| Selenium | 6.1 µg | 28.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 6.3 mg | 29.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 54.9 µg | 255.4 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.74 mg |
| Vitamin K | 12.9 µg | 60.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.04 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.02 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.16 mg | 0.73 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 11.9 µg | 55.3 µg |
| Choline | 26.1 mg | 121.6 mg |
