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Vegetarian Fried Rice with Protein Power

Vegetarian Fried Rice with Protein Power

Food & Recipes Amy Andersen

2025/01/28

This vibrant vegetarian fried rice is packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity Notes
Cooked Quinoa 1 ½ cups Or substitute with brown rice or couscous
Firm Tofu 1 block (14oz) Pressed and cubed
Broccoli Florets 1 cup Chopped into bite-sized pieces
Carrot 1 medium Diced
Onion ½ medium Finely chopped
Peas ½ cup Frozen peas work well
Soy Sauce 2 tablespoons Or Tamari for gluten-free
Sesame Oil 1 tablespoon For added flavor
Vegetable Oil 1 tablespoon For cooking
Garlic 2 cloves Minced
Ginger 1 teaspoon Grated
Optional: Sriracha To taste For extra spice

Instructions

  1. Prep the Tofu: Press the tofu to remove excess water. You can do this by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for about 15-20 minutes. Then, cube the tofu into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Stir-fry the Veggies: Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrot, and garlic and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the broccoli and peas and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender-crisp.
  3. Add Tofu and Flavor: Add the cubed tofu to the pan and stir-fry for 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Stir in the grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  4. Combine with Quinoa: Add the cooked quinoa (or your chosen grain) to the pan and gently mix everything together. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through and well combined.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the fried rice hot. You can garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired. For extra heat, add a dash of sriracha! For more quinoa preparation tips, check out this helpful guide from EatingWell.

If you somehow manage to mess up this simple recipe, you might end up with something that resembles the culinary equivalent of a science experiment gone wrong. Enjoy!

Amy Andersen
Amy Andersen Amy is a primary contributor and founder of Lumenall. She has been a homeowner for over 15 years with her partner, Tomas. Amy enjoys exploring ideas online for home improvements and is always hunting for a good deal.

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