Soba Noodles with Vegetables, Crispy Tofu, and Toasted Sesam

Yield: 1 Servings
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1pk(8-oz) soba (buckwheat noodles)*
1Asian or Bosc pear
3tbVegetable oil
1 1/2lbPiece firm tofu; rinsed, patted dry, hard edges trimmed, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4Carrots; cut into 1 1/2-by 1/4-inch sticks
1/2lbFresh shiitake mushrooms; stems discarded and caps sliced thin
4Scallions; sliced thin, (about 1 1/2 cups)
2tbFinely chopped peeled fresh ginger
2tsSesame oil
1tbTamari or soy sauce; or to taste
2tbSeasoned rice vinegar
1tbSesame seeds; toasted lightly
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