Easy Tofu Fried Rice
Tofu fried rice is a hearty Asian-inspired dish filled with crispy tofu, cooked rice, eggs, and vegetables. It’s a flavorful vegetarian dinner that’s easy to make at home.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 package extra firm tofu
- 2 tbsp corn starch optional
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, if needed
- 2 eggs whisked
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 bag frozen corn
- 10 oz frozen peas and carrots
For the sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sriracha
Instructions
- Press the tofu for 10-12 minutes, turning the press every 3-4 minutes to remove excess liquid.
- Dice the tofu into small, bite-sized cubes.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss to coat. This step is optional, but it helps to crisp up the tofu.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the oil.
- Add the cooked tofu back to the pan, then gently toss everything to combine, taking care not to break up the tofu.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the soy sauce. Place the tofu in a bowl and set aside.
- Place the skillet back onto the stove over low heat, then add the whisked eggs to the pan and scramble until fully cooked.
- Add the cooked rice and frozen vegetables to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
For the Sauce
- While the fried rice is cooking, add the sesame oil, soy sauce, and sriracha to a bowl and mix to combine.
- Pour the sauce over the fried rice and stir to combine.
- Add the cooked tofu back to the pan, then gently toss everything to combine, taking care no to break up the tofu.
- Serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Don't skimp on pressing the tofu! Tofu is packed in liquid, and if there's too much moisture left, it won't crisp up nicely.
- If you find that your fried rice is sticking to the skillet while cooking, you can add 2 tablespoons of water to loosen things up. Continue cooking until the mixture is heated through and no more water remains in the pan.
- For the sauce, use 2 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, if needed. Always check the ingredients to ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 21gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 1128mgPotassium: 456mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 6850IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 170mgIron: 3mg
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