Pineapple Fried Rice with Tofu Recipe

Name: Pineapple Fried Rice with Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cake firm tofu (about 8 ounces); 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed; 1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger root; 1/2 teaspoon Chinese chili paste (optional); 1 red or orange bell pepper, diced; 1 stalk celery, diced; 2 scallions, minced; 1 20-ounce can of unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained, or 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks; 4 cups cooked jasmine, sushi, or brown rice; Toasted cashews

Servings: persons

1/2 cake firm tofu (about 8 ounces)
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger root
1/2 teaspoon Chinese chili paste (optional)
1 red or orange bell pepper, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 scallions, minced
1 20-ounce can of unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained, or 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
4 cups cooked jasmine, sushi, or brown rice
Toasted cashews

1
Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch cubes and place them in a bowl.
2
Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil over the cubes and stir gently.
3
Set aside.
4
In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil.
5
Add the garlic, ginger, and chili paste and stir-fry on medium heat for a minute.
6
Add the peppers, celery, scallions, and the tofu with the marinade, and continue to stir-fry until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
7
Add the pineapple and rice and stir-fry until the rice is hot, about 3 minutes.
8
Serve topped with toasted cashews.
9
This spicy-sweet fried rice is enough, but if you want a side dish, choose Sesame Broccoli (page 193).
10
Pass a plate of Butterscotch Icebox Cookies (page 279) for dessert.

926

kcal

Calories

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cake firm tofu (about 8 ounces), 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Pineapple Fried Rice with Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pineapple Fried Rice with Tofu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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