Chilled Somen Slaw with Spicy Tofu

🥗 Cold somen noodles tossed with a crisp slaw and citrusy Umami Everything dressing, topped with tofu, chilled, grilled, or air-fried for a refreshing, flavor-packed high protein bowl.
Total: 25 minutes
Quick & Craveable
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Serves 2
  • 4 oz somen noodles
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • ½ cup julienned carrot
  • ¼ cup shredded daikon or radish
  • ¼ cup bean sprouts
  • 1 scallion or Japanese green onion (negi), thinly sliced
  • ¼ block firm tofu (pressed and cubed, or whole for grilling)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon citrus juice (lemon or yuzu)
  • 2 tablespoons Azabu Umami Everything – Original Umami Sauce
  • Optional: sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, chili threads (for garnish)
  • Cook noodles: Boil somen noodles according to package. Rinse with cold water, drain well, and set aside to chill.
  • Make slaw: In a large bowl, mix cabbage, carrot, daikon, bean sprouts, and scallion.
  • Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, citrus juice, and Azabu Umami Everything – Original Umami Sauce.
  • Combine: Toss the chilled noodles and slaw with the dressing. Set aside.
  • Prepare tofu:
     • Soft tofu option: Cut firm tofu into cubes. Boil in salted water for 3–5 minutes. Drain and chill.
     • Grilled/Air-fried option: Grill tofu steak or air-fry cubes until lightly crisp. Brush or coat with Spicy Umami Sauce.
  • Serve: Plate noodle slaw and top with tofu. Garnish with sesame seeds, chili threads, or cilantro if desired.
  • Wrap option: Use the slaw and tofu inside lettuce cups, rice paper, or tortillas for a refreshing hand-held version.