Rice Noodles With Tofu And Sweet Chili Dressing

Name: Rice Noodles With Tofu And Sweet Chili Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup fish or light soy sauce; 2 tbsp packed brown sugar; 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce; None None FOR THE RICE NOODLES; 2 tbsp peanut oil; 2 None eggs, lightly beaten; 11 oz dried rice stick noodles, softened; 1 None onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 11 oz firm tofu, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 None birds-eye chili pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 bunch asparagus, blanched and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 1/4 cup chopped roasted unsalted peanuts; 1 bunch cilantro, leaves coarsely chopped, plus additional leaves, to serve; 1 cup bean sprouts, trimmed; None None Lime wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup fish or light soy sauce
2 tbsp packed brown sugar
1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
None None FOR THE RICE NOODLES
2 tbsp peanut oil
2 None eggs, lightly beaten
11 oz dried rice stick noodles, softened
1 None onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
11 oz firm tofu, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 None birds-eye chili pepper, seeded and chopped
1 bunch asparagus, blanched and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped roasted unsalted peanuts
1 bunch cilantro, leaves coarsely chopped, plus additional leaves, to serve
1 cup bean sprouts, trimmed
None None Lime wedges, to serve

1
For the dressing, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
2
Heat half the oil in a large skillet on high heat. Add egg, tilting pan so egg thinly covers surface. Cook for 1 min, until set. Turn out omelet. Set aside to cool, then cut into very thin strips.
3
Heat a wok on high heat. Stir-fry noodles, in batches, for 2 mins, until golden. Set aside.
4
Heat remaining oil in same wok on high heat. Stir-fry onion and garlic for 30 seconds. Add tofu, chili pepper and asparagus, and stir-fry for 1 min.
5
Add rice noodles, half of peanuts, chopped cilantro, bean sprouts and dressing; toss and remove from heat.
6
Slide onto a serving platter and top with egg strips, remaining peanuts and additional cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

529

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup fish or light soy sauce, 2 tbsp packed brown sugar, 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce, and more.

Yes, Rice Noodles With Tofu And Sweet Chili Dressing falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!