JAPANESE VEGGIE TOFU SOBA BOWL for 4

This is one of our family favourites!  It is easy and delicious!

Ingredients: 

1 lb firm tofu 

4 T tamari soy sauce

1/2-1 T sambal

1 T fresh squeezed lime

1 clove garlic, pressed

1 T fresh finely grated ginger

1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 head of broccoli, cut in bite-sized pieces
4 cups kale, chopped
2-4 carrots, julienned

soba noodles for 4
1-2 Nori seaweed sheets, cut in thin strips
4 t raw sesame seeds

Directions:
1.  Cut up the tofu into cubes or small strips.  In a small container with a sealed lid make a marinade with the next 5 ingredients.  Add the tofu, shake the container to cover the tofu and let it sit for at least 1/2 hour.  
2.  While the tofu is marinating prepare the next 5 ingredients. Cut up the nori, put it in a bowl and set it aside.  
3.  When the tofu is ready, heat up a wok or large cast iron pan to medium heat.  Add a small amount of olive oil and when hot add the tofu (without the marinade).  When the tofu is browned remove it from the pan and set it aside.  
4.  Boil a pot of water and cook the soba noodles according to the package directions.  When ready, drain and rinse several times with cold water.  Toss the noodles with the marinade.  
5.  Next, fry the onions in a small amount of oil (or water) and saute them until translucent.  Add the garlic, saute briefly, and then add the broccoli, carrots and kale.  Cook, adding water as necessary and stirring constantly just until the broccoli has changed colour.   
6.  To serve put 1/4 of the noodles in the bottom of each large bowl.  Add vegetables and tofu.  Top each serving with a sprinkle of nori and 1 t raw sesame seeds.