One Pan Tofu and Veggie Pineapple “Fried” Rice

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Summary

Having ready-to-eat healthy foods on hand is one of the first steps to consistent, healthy eating. Making a plan for the week, gathering ingredients, and making one or two dishes can set you up for success. Starting with simple recipes that take 30 minutes or less can also be helpful. This one-pan tofu dish provides a variety of phytonutrients from the vegetables, plant-based protein from the tofu, and prebiotic fiber from the asparagus, rice, and green onion. Make this ahead of time and reheat for a nourishing lunch or dinner during the week.

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time12 minsTotal Time32 mins

Ingredients

 14 oz organic tofu (firm or extra firm, drained, but not pressed)
 1 cup red onion (chopped)
 1 cup carrots (washed and chopped)
 1 cup organic red bell pepper (chopped)
 1 cup mushrooms (chopped)
 1 cup pineapple juice (unsweetened, just juice)
 ¼ cup organic tamari (reduced-sodium, or coconut aminos)
 1 ½ tbsp Vegan Worcestershire sauce
 1 tsp garlic powder
 1 tsp onion powder
 1 ½ cups organic brown rice (or black rice, cooked)
 1 cup asparagus (chopped)
 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen, chopped)
 ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
 1 cup green onion (chopped)
 ¼ cup raw cashews (optional, chopped)

Directions

1

With clean hands crumble the tofu into a medium bowl.

2

Heat a large stovetop skillet on medium high heat. Add the onions, carrots, peppers, and mushrooms. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

3

Stir in the crumbled tofu and cook for another minute.

4

Add the pineapple juice, tamari, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder and onion powder.

5

Stir in the rice, asparagus, and pineapple.

6

Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer, stirring occasionally, until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 7–10 minutes.

7

Remove from heat and divide between four plates.

8

Sprinkle red pepper flakes, if using, on top of pineapple fried rice, along with green onion and cashews.

Chef's Notes

Substitutions
Use yellow or white onion, or shallots, in place of red onion.

Use yellow, orange, or green bell peppers in place of red bell peppers.

For the mushrooms, use portobello, cremini, shiitake, or button mushrooms.

Substitute quinoa, millet, or other whole grain of choice for rice.

Nut-free
Substitute sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for cashews.

Prep Ahead
Make the rice ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 30 days.

Storage
Store tofu pineapple fried rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Ingredients

 14 oz organic tofu (firm or extra firm, drained, but not pressed)
 1 cup red onion (chopped)
 1 cup carrots (washed and chopped)
 1 cup organic red bell pepper (chopped)
 1 cup mushrooms (chopped)
 1 cup pineapple juice (unsweetened, just juice)
 ¼ cup organic tamari (reduced-sodium, or coconut aminos)
 1 ½ tbsp Vegan Worcestershire sauce
 1 tsp garlic powder
 1 tsp onion powder
 1 ½ cups organic brown rice (or black rice, cooked)
 1 cup asparagus (chopped)
 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen, chopped)
 ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
 1 cup green onion (chopped)
 ¼ cup raw cashews (optional, chopped)

Directions

1

With clean hands crumble the tofu into a medium bowl.

2

Heat a large stovetop skillet on medium high heat. Add the onions, carrots, peppers, and mushrooms. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

3

Stir in the crumbled tofu and cook for another minute.

4

Add the pineapple juice, tamari, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder and onion powder.

5

Stir in the rice, asparagus, and pineapple.

6

Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer, stirring occasionally, until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 7–10 minutes.

7

Remove from heat and divide between four plates.

8

Sprinkle red pepper flakes, if using, on top of pineapple fried rice, along with green onion and cashews.

One Pan Tofu and Veggie Pineapple “Fried” Rice