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Dragon Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Fill a Dutch oven with water and bring to a boil. If the water boils before you're ready to cook the noodles, reduce it to a simmer and cover.
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Dragon Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Unwrap the tofu, drain, and wrap in a kitchen towel. Set the tofu bundle between two plates and put a can of tomatoes on top. Let stand for 5 minutes, then unwrap.
PRO TIP If you happen to have a tofu press, you can use that instead of the plates and can of tomatoes.
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Dragon Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch cubes. Cut the green onions into 1-inch pieces. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sriracha, tamari, agave, and oil. Set aside.
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Dragon Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Heat half of the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add half of the tofu and cook until golden brown, turning once, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer tofu to a plate. Repeat with the remaining oil and tofu.
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Dragon Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Reduce heat to medium-high and add green onions to the skillet. Saute until slightly softened, about 1 minute. Add the sriracha mixture and bring to a simmer while stirring. Simmer for 1 minute to blend flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Add the rice noodles to boiling water and cook as directed on package. Drain and rinse.
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Add noodles to the skillet and toss gently to coat.
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Dragon Noodles with Crispy Tofu
Cut the lime into wedges. Transfer noodles to bowls and top with crispy tofu, cilantro, and lime.
