Tofu Fried Rice

 

Ingredients

  • 14 oz firm or extra firm tofu, drained, pressed, and cubed

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine or medium grain rice, fully cooled

  • 2 tbsp neutral oil such as avocado or canola oil

  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced, whites and greens separated

  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots

  • 1 1/2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce or tamari

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

  • 1/2 tsp white or black pepper

  • 1/4 tsp turmeric

  • 1 tsp cornstarch

  • 2 tbsp water

Directions

  • Press tofu for 15 minutes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, and set aside
  • Separate cold cooked rice gently and leave uncovered
  • Heat pan with 1 tsp oil, cook eggs until just set, then remove
  • Add remaining oil and brown tofu on multiple sides until lightly golden
  • Add garlic, ginger, and scallion whites and cook briefly until fragrant
  • Stir in frozen vegetables and cook until moisture evaporates
  • Add rice and spread evenly, allowing light toasting before stirring
  • Mix soy sauce, vinegar, pepper, turmeric, cornstarch, and water, then pour around pan
  • Stir fry until lightly thickened and evenly coated
  • Return eggs, add scallion greens and sesame oil, then serve immediately

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