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Tofu Fried Rice: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

A delicious and satisfying tofu fried rice packed with vegetables and flavor, perfect for a quick meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Tofu and Vegetables
  • 14 oz firm tofu pressed and cubed
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup peas frozen or fresh
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish
Rice and Seasoning
  • 4 cups cooked rice preferably day-old
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare Tofu
  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into small cubes.
  2. Heat a wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
  3. Add the cubed tofu and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Cook Vegetables
  1. Add minced garlic, diced carrots, peas, and bell pepper to the wok with the tofu.
  2. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are tender.
Combine Rice and Seasoning
  1. Add the cooked rice to the wok and mix well with the tofu and vegetables.
  2. Pour in the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine everything evenly.
  3. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the rice to heat through.
Serve
  1. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, you can include additional vegetables like broccoli or snap peas, and adjust the soy sauce to your taste.

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