Description
This Tofu Fried Rice recipe is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious meal ideal for busy days. Featuring crispy firm tofu, vibrant mixed vegetables, and perfect day-old jasmine rice, it combines bold natural seasonings and sauces to deliver a satisfying and wholesome dish ready in under 30 minutes. It’s an easy one-pan recipe that offers great texture, depth of flavor, and flexibility for customization.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 200g firm tofu, pressed and cubed
Rice and Vegetables
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup green peas
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the tofu: Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cube it into bite-sized pieces. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and sauté the tofu until golden and crispy on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the aromatics and vegetables: In the same skillet, add garlic and green onions and sauté until fragrant. Add diced carrots, peas, and bell peppers, cooking until just tender but still vibrant and crisp.
- Stir-fry the rice: Add the day-old cooked jasmine rice to the pan, breaking up clumps with a spatula. Toss to combine with the veggies and aromatics, letting the rice get slightly toasted.
- Season and combine: Return the crispy tofu to the skillet. Drizzle soy sauce (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of apple cider vinegar over the mixture. Stir everything together evenly and cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Finish with sesame oil: Take the skillet off the heat and drizzle with a bit of toasted sesame oil for that irresistible aroma and extra depth of flavor. Give the rice one final toss and it’s ready to serve.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture and to avoid clumping when frying.
- Press the tofu thoroughly to ensure it crisps well.
- Cook on medium-high heat for better caramelization and flavor development.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming the ingredients.
- Adjust soy sauce (natural) and apple cider vinegar according to personal taste to balance saltiness and tang.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu fried rice, quick tofu recipe, plant-based fried rice, vegetarian fried rice, easy asian stir fry, gluten-free fried rice
