Sweet Chile Tofu Fried Rice Recipe

Name: Sweet Chile Tofu Fried Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pint fresh steamed white rice or 1 pint leftover chinese restaurant take-out rice; 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger; 14 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 1 lb Baby Spinach; 4 14 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced; 3 14 ounces snow peas, trimmed; 6 broccoli florets, chopped; 1 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon sambal oelek chili paste; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 12 bunch scallion, sliced into small rounds

Servings: persons

1 pint fresh steamed white rice or 1 pint leftover chinese restaurant take-out rice
2 garlic cloves, smashed
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
14 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 lb Baby Spinach
4 14 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced
3 14 ounces snow peas, trimmed
6 broccoli florets, chopped
1 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon sambal oelek chili paste
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
12 bunch scallion, sliced into small rounds

1
Heat up a large wok or skillet over medium heat.
2
Add a 2-count of sesame oil and saute garlic, ginger & crushed red pepper flakes, until fragrant.
3
Add the tofu and gently toss until lightly browned, some tofu will break down a little which is fine.
4
In a mixing bowl combine the soy sauce, honey,& sambal and add to the skillet with tofu, ginger, garlic, & crushed red pepper flakes.
5
Stir together until well combined.
6
Once the tofu is golden add the spinach, mushrooms, broccoli florets & snow peas and saute gently for 2 minutes tossing to combine.
7
Continue to cook until heated through.
8
Take the cooked rice and fold into the sauce.
9
Give it a good toss then garnish with some fresh chopped scallions.

459

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pint fresh steamed white rice or 1 pint leftover chinese restaurant take-out rice, 2 garlic cloves, smashed, 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger, 14 ounces extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Sweet Chile 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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Sweet Chile Tofu Fried Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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