🥘 Rice with Tofu and Seeds

Hearty, Nutty & Protein-Packed

A colorful stir-fry bringing together fluffy basmati rice, sautéed veggies, golden tofu, and crunchy seeds. A nourishing bowl of flavor and texture.

🛠 Kitchen Tools

• Frying pan

• Pot

📋 Ingredients

Serves 2–3

• Basmati rice: 1/2 cup

• Garlic: 4 cloves

• Onion: 1/2 unit

• Carrot: 1 unit

• Red pepper: 1/2 unit

• Tofu: 7 oz / 200 gr.

• Paprika: 1 tablespoon

• Sunflower seeds: 1/2 oz / 15 gr.

• Pumpkin seeds: 1/2 oz / 15 gr.

👨‍🍳 Instructions

• Cook the riceIn a pot, combine the basmati rice with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water absorbed.

• Sauté the vegetablesDice the garlic, onion, carrot, and red pepper. Sauté them in a frying pan with a drizzle of vegetable oil and the paprika until softened.

• Add the tofuCut the tofu into pieces and add it to the pan. Sauté until golden on all sides.

• Combine rice and veggiesAdd the cooked rice to the pan with the tofu and vegetables. Stir well and let rest at room temperature.

• Toast the seedsIn a dry pan, toast the sunflower and pumpkin seeds until lightly browned and fragrant.

• ServeServe the rice warm and sprinkle the toasted seeds on top.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Drizzle with soy sauce or tamari for an umami boost

• Pair with a fresh cucumber salad

• Serve in lettuce wraps for a fun twist

💡 Why You'll Love It

✔ Balanced and satisfying meal with plant protein

✔ Full of texture and flavor

✔ Easy to prepare with everyday ingredients