Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 cup

Rice

soaked

200 g

Tofu

cubed

1 unit

Bay Leaf

1 tsp

Cardamom Powder

2 unit

Onion

finely chopped

4 unit

Green Onion

finely chopped

4 tbsp

Green Onion Leaves

finely chopped

0.5 unit

Green Bell Pepper

chopped

8 unit

Button Mushrooms

sliced

1 unit

Carrot

peeled and chopped

5 unit

Garlic

minced

1 tbsp

Ginger Garlic Paste

1 tbsp

Green Chili Sauce

1 tsp

Soy Sauce

1 pinch

Salt

1 tbsp

Oil

Step 1
~7 min

Wash the rice and soak it in water for 15 minutes.

Step 2
~7 min

Cook the rice in a saucepan with bay leaf and salt until half cooked. Drain the water and mix in cinnamon powder.

Step 3
~7 min

Heat oil in a wok or large pan.

Step 4
~7 min

Add tofu and cook until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 5
~7 min

Add more oil to the pan. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

Step 6
~7 min

Add green onions and onions and cook until softened.

Step 7
~7 min

Add ginger garlic paste and mix well.

Step 8
~7 min

Add capsicum, carrot, and mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9
~7 min

Add green chili sauce and soya sauce and mix well.

Step 10
~7 min

Season with salt to taste.

Step 11
~7 min

Add the fried tofu and cooked rice and mix thoroughly.

Step 12
~7 min

Cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 13
~7 min

Garnish with green onion leaves and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili sauce to your spice preference.

Add other vegetables like peas or corn for added nutrition and flavor.

Make sure the wok is hot before adding the ingredients for optimal stir-frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Rice can be cooked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a main course.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Pair with a light salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Veg Manchurian
Spring Rolls
Cucumber Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Fried rice is a staple dish in many Asian cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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