Description
A comforting and healthy Tofu Fried Rice recipe packed with crispy tofu and vibrant mixed vegetables, perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice (or any rice of your choice)
- 1 block firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, peas)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the jasmine rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, set aside to cool.
- Dice the firm tofu into small cubes (about ½ inch) and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining tablespoon of oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Then add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Return cooked tofu to the skillet, add cooled rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir everything together gently for 2-3 minutes.
- Add sliced green onions and season with salt and pepper. Stir for an additional minute to heat through.
- If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, cook tofu in batches if necessary. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It can be prepped ahead of time by storing tofu and vegetables separately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg