Soy Mirin Glazed Tofu Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Soy Mirin Glazed Tofu Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon walnut oil; 12 ounces tofu, cubed; 2 teaspoons tamari; 2 teaspoons mirin; 4 teaspoons walnut oil (or any mid to hi temp oil); 2 -5 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced; 1 -2 tablespoon peeled minced ginger; 4 cups cooked brown rice (slightly al dente); 2 bell peppers, diced; 2 -3 cups sugar snap peas (stringy bits and blossom removed); 2 cups small broccoli florets; 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally; 2 large eggs, beaten with a pinch of salt; 3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari (or shoyu, if you prefer it sweeter)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon walnut oil
12 ounces tofu, cubed
2 teaspoons tamari
2 teaspoons mirin
4 teaspoons walnut oil (or any mid to hi temp oil)
2 -5 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced
1 -2 tablespoon peeled minced ginger
4 cups cooked brown rice (slightly al dente)
2 bell peppers, diced
2 -3 cups sugar snap peas (stringy bits and blossom removed)
2 cups small broccoli florets
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally
2 large eggs, beaten with a pinch of salt
3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari (or shoyu, if you prefer it sweeter)

1
For the Tofu:.
2
Heat 1 teaspoons oil over medium heat in non-stick pan.
3
Add tofu and cook till seared on all sides, about 10 minutes.
4
Stir tamari and mirin together and pour over tofu, stirring to coat well.
5
Leave over heat till sauce bubbles up and glazes (about 30 seconds).
6
Remove pan from heat and set aside.
7
For the Fried Rice:.
8
Heat 1 T. oil in a large wok over high heat.
9
When oil is hot (almost smoking), add garlic, scallions, and ginger and cook for 1 minute, stirring often.
10
Add bell peppers, peas, broccoli, and carrots and cook till veggies have softened a bit, about 3 minutes.
11
Add rice and stir to mix evenly.
12
Cook till rice is heated through, about 3 minutes.
13
Push rice up the sides of the wok to clear a spot in the middle of the pan.
14
Add remaining 1 teaspoons oil and heat for a few seconds, then add beaten eggs and cook till scrambled.
15
Stir everything in the wok together well, then add tamari.
16
Stir in glazed tofu (cook a minute to reheat tofu if necessary) and serve.

1072

kcal

Calories

Fat

234

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon walnut oil, 12 ounces tofu, cubed, 2 teaspoons tamari, 2 teaspoons mirin, and more.

Yes, Soy Mirin Glazed Tofu Fried Rice 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.

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Soy Mirin Glazed Tofu Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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