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Line a large plate with several layers of paper towels.
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Arrange the tofu slices on top in a single layer, then cover with more paper towels and set another plate on top; let drain 5 minutes.
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Season the tofu with salt and pepper; rub with 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch.
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Whisk the lemon zest, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch in a bowl; set aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
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Add the tofu and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
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Transfer to a plate.
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Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan.
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Add the scallion whites and ginger and cook 30 seconds.
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Add the mushrooms and carrots and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
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Add the snap peas and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, 4 more minutes.
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Whisk the lemon zest mixture, add it to the pan and simmer 2 minutes.
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Stir in the scallion greens.
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Meanwhile, prepare the rice as the label directs.
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Serve with the tofu and vegetables.
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Per serving: Calories 429; Fat 15 g (Saturated 2 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 188 mg; Carbohydrate 56 g; Fiber 8 g; Protein 19 g
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Photograph by Johnny Miller