Vegan Riz Cantonais
Discover the vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic with Vegan Riz Cantonais, a plant-based version of traditional Chinese fried rice. This recipe brings together tender basmati rice, golden pan-fried tofu, and an array of fresh vegetables like peas, carrots, and bell peppers, all infused with the aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this vegan fried rice is easy to prepare in under an hour and serves up a delightful harmony of textures and bold flavors. Topped with fresh spring onions for a burst of color and freshness, it’s a wholesome, protein-packed dish that’s sure to impress vegans and non-vegans alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams basmati rice
- 500 milliliters water
- 200 grams firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 100 grams fresh peas
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 3 stalks spring onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add it to a pot with the water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
While rice is cooking, cut the tofu into small cubes. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Fry the tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
Peel and finely chop the garlic and ginger. Peel and dice the carrot into small cubes. Dice the red bell pepper and chop the spring onions, keeping the white and green parts separate.
In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the spring onions. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced carrot, red bell pepper, and peas to the pan. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the cooked rice to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir well to combine everything.
Add the fried tofu cubes and stir to evenly distribute throughout the rice.
Season with black pepper and adjust the soy sauce according to your taste.
Remove from heat and garnish with the chopped green parts of the spring onions.
Serve hot and enjoy your vegan Riz Cantonais!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1835 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 479 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1368 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
