This Gluten Free Tofu Fried Rice is light, satisfying, and packed with plant-based protein. With crispy tofu, colorful vegetables, and savory gluten-free tamari, it’s a quick and nourishing vegetarian dinner, fully gluten-free, no pork, no alcohol, and completely tested for perfect texture.

Ingredients

8 oz firm tofu, drained and cubed

3 cups cooked cold rice

2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil

1 small onion, finely diced

1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)

2 garlic cloves, minced

3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)

1 teaspoon gluten-free sesame oil

½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ teaspoon turmeric (optional for color)

2 green onions, sliced

Salt as needed

Instructions

Pat tofu dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet and pan-fry tofu cubes for 4–5 minutes until golden on most sides. Remove and set aside.

Add remaining oil, then sauté onion for 2 minutes. Add mixed vegetables and garlic and cook 1 minute.

Add cold rice and break up any clumps. Pour in tamari, sesame oil, black pepper, and turmeric if using. Stir well.

Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until hot and lightly toasted.

Add sliced green onions and serve warm.

Tips

Press tofu for 5–10 minutes for extra crispiness.

Cold rice gives the best fried rice texture.

Add spinach or cabbage for more vegetables.

Tamari guarantees full gluten-free flavor.

Details

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Serves: 4

Calories: ~210 per serving

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