Rice with Spicy Sautéed Tofu

Name: Rice with Spicy Sautéed Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Basmati rice 1.7 cups; Tofu 1 ½ cup; Eggplant 12.3 oz; Cherry tomatoes 2 cups; Fresh chili pepper 1; Rosemary 1 sprig; Chives to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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461

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Energy Kcal 461
Carbohydrates g 70.8
of which sugars g 6.2
Protein g 14.6
Fats g 13.2
of which saturated fat g 1.51
Fiber g 7.6
Sodium mg 427

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Serving: 4

PRESENTATION

Hey, if you’re in the mood for something that mixes the bright flavors of Southeast Asia with a touch of the Mediterranean, this spicy tofu rice bowl is gonna be your new favorite. Really good stuff. It's such a fresh and light choice, perfect for lunch or dinner. You’ve got the sautéed tofu tossed with fresh chili, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes. It’s a dish that's both tender and so full of life.

The basmati rice? It soaks up all those spicy juices, while the colorful veggies—seriously, they add a lively touch. Plus, this combination of tofu with Mediterranean vegetables is a real treat—giving you that satisfying, moist bite that’s just awesome.

And look, the spicy tofu stir-fry isn't just about heat. It’s got these tangy notes from the tomatoes, and the tofu really absorbs all the flavors. And makes each bite something special, for real. If you're into trying new vegetarian meals, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and healthy.

Keeps things light, you know, but still gives you a punch with every forkful. And you can switch things up—like brown rice, black cabbage, or even a fried egg on top. And which is great for extra protein. The sautéed tofu with rice combines Asian-inspired tastes like soy and chili with Mediterranean elements such as cherry tomatoes and eggplant. Really, it’s a totally original dish.

Pretty much ideal for anyone looking for healthy tofu dishes that are way way different from typical plant-based meals. Whether for meal prep or a packed lunch, it keeps you full without slowing you down. Also, it’s one of those easy tofu recipes you can tweak anytime, so you’re never eating the same thing twice. The result is a meal that feels fresh, with a little crispy edge from the tofu, and it's bursting with bright, colorful flavor every time you dig in.

How to prepare Rice with Spicy Sautéed Tofu

To prepare rice with spicy sautéed tofu, first put a pot of water on the stove to boil and salt it, then add the basmati rice 1 and cook for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, clean and cut the eggplants into 1/2-inch cubes 2, then wash and halve the cherry tomatoes 3.

Sauté the eggplants with a drizzle of oil in a pan 4 until they are nicely golden, then salt, pepper 5 and set aside. At this point, the rice will be cooked, so drain 6 and let it cool slightly.

Pour another drizzle of oil into the same pan, add the cherry tomatoes 7 and sauté them for 5 minutes, then salt 8 and combine them with the eggplants 9.

Now cut the tofu into 1/2-inch thick slices 10 and slice the chili pepper into rings 11. Pour a drizzle of oil into another pan, add the rosemary sprig 12 and the chili pepper and heat on low heat.

Place the tofu slices 13, increase the heat and sear them on both sides for a few minutes to make them golden and slightly crispy 14, then set aside. In the same pan, add another drizzle of oil and the rice 15.

Add the cooked vegetables and sauté everything for a couple of minutes 16, then turn off the heat and flavor with chives 17. Serve your rice with spicy sautéed tofu still warm 18!