Lemon-Ginger Rice Noodles with Crispy Tofu and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-05-05

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Light and fragrant rice noodles tossed in a tangy lemon-ginger dressing, topped with crispy tofu and fresh scallions. This Asian-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs rice noodles, firm tofu, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz rice noodles
10 oz block, pressed and cubed firm tofu
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 stalks scallions, sliced
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp grated ginger
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Soak 8 oz rice noodles in hot water for 6-8 minutes until tender but still firm; drain and set aside.
Step 2: Toss 10 oz pressed firm tofu cubes with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy; transfer to a plate.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes to form the dressing.
Step 5: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained noodles, crispy tofu, and sliced 4 scallions. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
Step 6: Serve immediately, garnished with extra scallions if desired.