Description
Cauliflower Fried Rice with Tofu is a vibrant and nutritious dish that elevates traditional fried rice by replacing carb-heavy grains with riced cauliflower. This delightful stir-fry features golden, crispy tofu and an array of colorful vegetables, all tossed in savory soy sauce and fragrant sesame oil. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. Enjoy a bowlful of this culinary delight and savor the satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (riced)
- 1 cup firm tofu (pressed and cubed)
- 1/2 cup carrots (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch fresh ginger (grated)
Instructions
- Rice the cauliflower using a food processor or grater until it resembles grains of rice. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the cubed tofu until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Push the tofu aside, add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped carrots and peas; cook until tender-crisp (about 3 minutes).
- Add riced cauliflower along with soy sauce and sesame oil. Mix well and cook for another five minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg