Fried Rice with Tofu

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced mushrooms
• 1 package extra-firm tofu, crumbled
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 3 cups cooked rice
• 1/4 cup chopped scallions
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the carrots, peas and carrots, bell pepper, celery, and mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the vegetable broth and soy sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the cooked rice and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the scallions and cilantro and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Tofu is a source of plant-based protein.
• Rice is a great source of complex carbohydrates.
• Fried rice is a popular dish in many Asian countries.