Vegan pad Thai

1. To make the sauce: In a saucepan, add all sauce ingredients. Heat over medium and simmer for 30 seconds; set aside.
2. To make the noodles: Cook noodles, drain, and stir in a little bit of sesame oil; set aside.
3. To make the stir fry: In a pan, add oil, broccoli, and carrots. Cook about 5 mins, then add tofu and cook another 5 mins. Add garlic, chili flakes, and coconut aminos; cook until garlic is light brown.
4. To serve: Add the sauce, noodles, bean sprouts, green onions, and peanuts to pan; cook and stir until everything is hot and coated. Serve.

Tip: If you don't have tamarind paste, feel free to substitute with equal parts lime juice and light brown sugar.