Vegan Fried Rice With Tofu

5 from 2 votes

This vegan fried rice can be customized however you like. You can add additional veggies, protein, or any sauces you like to this dish.

Prep Time5

Cook Time12

Total Time17

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indo-Chinese

Diet: Vegan

Allergen: Dairy free, Soy free

Difficulty: Easy

Servings:

Calories: 233kcal

Before making fried rice be ready with cooked brown rice or white rice.
Start by cooking the rice according to package instructions. But I cooked my brown basmati rice in the instant pot.
To prepare the tofu, drain it and press it between two paper towels or use a tofu press to remove excess water. Then, cut it into small cubes.
12 oz extra firm tofu
Next, add the oil to a large skillet or a large wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until it’s browned on all sides. Once you fried the tofu keep it aside on a paper towel or a wire rack.
Then, in the same pan add oil when the oil is heating up, and add chopped garlic and onions. Sauté for a minute until onions are translucent.
3 garlic cloves chopped, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion chopped
Add the veggies and cook for about five minutes, or until they’re cooked to your preference.
1 cup frozen vegetables
Now, it’s time to add in the sauces. Add soy sauce and red chili sauce (or any other sauces you like) to the pan and stir to combine. Add the rice and tofu and stir to combine.
3 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoon red chili sauce, 2 ½ cup cooked brown rice, salt to taste
Cook for about five minutes, or until everything is heated through.
For the best results and experience, serve with green onions and enjoy!

Cook your rice ahead of time: This will help the fried rice come together quickly and prevent it from getting mushy.
Veggies like bell peppers and chopped bok choy are excellent options to customize the taste to your liking.
Toast a tablespoon of sesame seeds before cooking the tofu pieces. The seeds stick onto the tofu and add great flavor.
Use a non-stick pan or wok: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan and making it difficult to stir.
If you don’t have brown rice on hand, feel free to use white rice. Just keep in mind that white rice is a less healthy option than brown rice.
You could add a teaspoon of hot sauce along with the soy sauce to add some heat to the dish.
You can also use leftover rice plain rice or day-old rice to make this recipe.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
Reheat the fried rice in a pan over medium heat or in the microwave. You may need to add a splash of water or oil to prevent it from drying out.