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Handheld photo of Tofu Fried Rice featuring glistening long-grain rice and golden-brown seared tofu.

Tofu Fried Rice: The Ultimate Crispy & Golden 20-Minute Meal

This Tofu Fried Rice features crispy golden-seared tofu, glistening long-grain rice, and vibrant vegetables. A quick, high-protein 20-minute dinner that is better than takeout and perfect for healthy meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tofu Fried Rice Ingredients
  • 14 oz Firm Tofu Pressed and cubed (400g)
  • 3 cups Cooked Long-Grain Rice Chilled, preferably day-old (450g)
  • 1/2 cup Diced Carrots (75g)
  • 1/2 cup Frozen Green Peas Steamed (75g)
  • 2 large Eggs Whisked
  • 3 whole Scallions Thinly sliced, whites and greens separated
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (30ml)
  • 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil (5ml)
  • 1 tsp Black Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Wok or Skillet Non-stick is preferred for the tofu.
  • 1 Tofu Press or Paper Towels Essential for removing moisture.

Method
 

Sear the Tofu
  1. Press the tofu to remove moisture, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. Heat oil in a wok and sear tofu cubes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden-brown and crispy.
Fry the Rice
  1. Sauté carrots and scallion whites until softened. Add peas and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Push veggies aside, add eggs, and scramble into small flecks.
  3. Add chilled rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Fry on high heat until the rice is glistening and lightly browned.

Notes

Use day-old rice for the best texture.
Press the tofu thoroughly to ensure it gets crispy.