Hot Tofu & Sesame Noodles

1 1/4 cups hot water

3 tbsp cider vinegar

1 1/2 tbsp tamari sauce (up to 2 tbsp)

3/4 cup sesame seeds -- toasted

4 1/2 tbsp chinese toasted sesame oil

1/2 tsp crushed hot pepper flakes -- or hot sauce

1/2 lb tofu -- cut in sm chunks

2 pkg ramen noodles (without flavor packet)

1 med cucumber --see note

4 scallions -- finely minced

3/4 cup cashews or peanuts -- finely chopped

Additional:

hot chile paste -- to taste