Have Leftover Rice? This Vegan Fried Rice Recipe is Perfect

Fried rice recipe
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If you have a tupperware container full of rice in your fridge about to go stale and are looking for something to do with it, look no further than this fried rice recipe. Not only will it help you avoid wasting food, but it’s also got protein, vegetables, and is delicious—plus you can make it in a matter of only 15 to 20 minutes. So if you’re looking for something quick, we’ve got your back. Check out how to make it below.

Ingredients

  • Cooked rice
  • Soy sauce
  • Sesame oil
  • Tofu
  • Vegetable oil
  • Frozen veggie mix – or
  • Peas
  • Carrots
  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Onion

Instructions

First, chop up your tofu into small, square pieces. Heat up the vegetable oil on high heat. Add the tofu and cook it, stirring minimally, until it is crispy.

While the tofu cooks, chop up your vegetables. Use whichever veggies you like. We like peas, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and onion. Alternatively, to save some more time, you can use a frozen vegetable mix.

Turn down the heat and add soy sauce and sesame oil to your tofu, stirring to coat, and giving a few more minutes to cook and caramelize. Add the vegetables and rice. Mix everything together and add extra sauce to taste.