Crusty Rice with Tofu and Vegetables
Source: USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-10-22.
This blend of tofu and cooked rice combines corn, peas, carrots, and seasonings pressed into a skillet and cooked into "crispy" goodness.
- Makes
- 4 Servings
Ingredients
- For the rice:
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup brown rice
- For the tofu and vegetables:
- 3 cups prepared rice (ingredients above, step 1 in directions)
- 1 pound tofu
- 1 cup frozen corn (unthawed)
- 1 cup frozen peas (unthawed)
- 6 scallions (sliced including white and green parts)
- 1 carrot (shredded)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- To make the rice, cook rice according to the directions on the package. Set aside to cool and dry out.
- Put the tofu, corn, scallions, carrot, basil, and salt in the bowl and mix well.
- When the rice has fully cooled, add it to the bowl with the tofu and mix well.
- Put the skillet over medium high heat and when it is hot, add the oil.
- Add the rice and tofu mixture; reduce heat to low and press down the rice mixture with a spatula. Cover and cook 10 minutes. Press down again to help form a crust. Flip portions of the rice so that you get chunks of crispy rice. Cook until crispy, up to 20 minutes.
Notes
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