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Crispy Fried Rice with Tofu and Vegetables

Easy weeknight dinner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g rice about 1 cup uncooked
  • 1 block smoked tofu about 14 oz / 400 g
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 300 g mushrooms about 10.5 oz, quartered
  • 1 zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • oil for frying
  • 50 g butter about 3 1/2 tablespoons
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  2. Meanwhile, finely dice the onion, quarter the mushrooms, slice the zucchini into half-moons, and dice the bell pepper.
  3. Heat 2–3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
  4. Add the onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and it evaporates completely.
  6. Add the zucchini, bell pepper, frozen peas, and soy sauce. Cook until the vegetables are tender. If the vegetables begin sticking, add a splash of water.
  7. Stir in the cooked rice, chickpeas, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, and salt to taste. Add more soy sauce if needed.
  8. Make a well in the center of the pan and add the butter. Once melted, mix everything together.
  9. Cook the rice for several more minutes, stirring only occasionally, so the rice becomes golden and slightly crispy.
  10. Meanwhile, heat oil in a separate pan. Cut the tofu into cubes and fry until golden and crispy on all sides.
  11. Serve the fried rice topped with crispy tofu.

Notes

This crispy fried rice with tofu and vegetables is cozy, flavorful, and perfect for easy weeknight dinners or healthy meal prep lunches.