---
title: Easy Fried Rice
tags:
  - asian
  - quick
  - main
source:
  name: Minimalist Baker
  author: Minimalist Baker
  url: https://minimalistbaker.com/easy-vegan-fried-rice/#wprm-recipe-container-35513
locale: en_US
diet: vegan
servings: 4
time: 1h15m
---

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Preheat #oven{} to 200°C and line a #baking sheet{} with parchment paper.

Meanwhile, wrap @tofu{250%g} in a clean, absorbent towel and set something heavy on top to press out the liquid.

Once the oven is preheated, dice @tofu{} info 0.5cm cubes and arrange on baking sheet.
Bake for ~{26-30%min}.
You're looking for golden brown edges and a texture that's firm to the touch.
Adjust baking time for desired crispiness.
Set aside.

While the tofu bakes, cook @brown rice{1%cup} according to directions.

While the @&(~1)rice{} and @&(~2)tofu{} are cooking, prepare sauce by adding @tamari{3%tbsp}, @peanut butter{1%tbsp}, @maple syrup{2%tbsp}, @chili garlic sauce{1-2%tsp} and @toasted sesame oil{1%tsp} to a #medium-size mixing bowl{} and whisk to combine.

Once the @&(~3)tofu{} is done baking, add directly to the @&(~1)sauce{} and marinate for ~{5%min}, stirring occasionally.

Heat a #large metal or cast iron skillet{} over medium heat. Once hot, use a #slotted spoon{} to scoop the @&(~4)tofu{} into the pan, leaving most of the @&(~2)sauce{} behind.
Cook for ~{3-4%min}, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown on all sides. Lower heat if browning too quickly. Remove from pan and set aside.

To the still hot pan, add @garlic{4%cloves}(minced), @green onion{4}(chopped), @peas{80%g} and @medium carrots{2}(finely diced).
Sauté for ~{3-4%min}, stirring occasionally, and season with @tamari{1%tbsp}.

Add @&(~5)cooked rice{} & @&(~2)tofu{} and remaining @&(~4)sauce{} and stir.
Cook over medium-high heat for ~{3-4%min}, stirring frequently.

Serve immediately with extra @chili garlic sauce{} or @?sriracha{} for heat. @?salted, roasted peanuts{}(crushed) or @?cashews{} make for a lovely additional garnish.