Vegan Riz Cantonais

Transform your weeknight dinners with Vegan Riz Cantonais, an irresistible plant-based twist on the beloved Cantonese fried rice. This wholesome recipe features fluffy basmati rice, crispy golden tofu, and a vibrant medley of fresh veggies—like carrots, peas, and bell peppers—all infused with the umami-rich flavors of soy sauce, sesame oil, and aromatic ginger. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is a perfect balance of taste, texture, and nutrition. Whether you're looking for a quick vegan dinner or an impressive dish to share, this Vegan Riz Cantonais is a flavorful crowd-pleaser. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh spring onion greens, for a restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams basmati rice
• 500 milliliters water
• 200 grams firm tofu
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 100 grams fresh peas
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 3 stalks spring onions
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add it to a pot with the water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

While rice is cooking, cut the tofu into small cubes. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Fry the tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the garlic and ginger. Peel and dice the carrot into small cubes. Dice the red bell pepper and chop the spring onions, keeping the white and green parts separate.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the spring onions. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrot, red bell pepper, and peas to the pan. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir well to combine everything.

Step 7

Add the fried tofu cubes and stir to evenly distribute throughout the rice.

Step 8

Season with black pepper and adjust the soy sauce according to your taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with the chopped green parts of the spring onions.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your vegan Riz Cantonais!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1445.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1216.6

Total Fat 67.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1834.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 44.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 479.4mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1368.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.8%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 37.0%