Gluten Free Pasta: Tofu Shirataki Noodles

Recently I heard about a new type of “low-carb” noodles made out of tofu and yam flour.  When I realized that meant it was gluten free as well, I decided to give it a try.  The noodles are called Tofu Shirataki Noodles and you can find them in the fresh pasta section at some select grocery stores (click here to find where they are sold in your state).

Since it’s mainly made out of tofu, these noodles are packaged in water.  You just drain off the liquid , cook them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, drain, and serve like regular pasta.  The texture reminded me of cooked ramen noodles, and I would never have guessed they were made of TOFU!  These noodles don’t have much taste on their own, so I recommend serving it with a flavorful sauce or in a soup.

Besides being gluten free, these noodles are also low in calories and carbs (20 calories and 3 grams carb per 4 oz serving), so a lot of people are eating them in place of pasta to help with their weight loss goals (not that there’s anything wrong with carbs, but people do eat a little too much of them, right?)  Give them a try and let me know how you like it!