This soyaki tofu fried rice is one of my favorite easy vegan weeknight dinners — and it comes together faster than you’d think. The Trader Joe’s frozen vegetable fried rice is the secret shortcut that makes this recipe totally manageable even if you don’t consider yourself a confident cook. Topped with sesame broccoli, sriracha, and crispy marinated tofu, every bite is savory, satisfying, and packed with flavor.
🌿What you’ll need:
* @traderjoes Vegetable Fried Rice
* Extra firm tofu
* Teriyaki sauce
* Soy sauce
* Broccoli
* Sesame seeds
* Green onions
* Everything bagel seasoning
🌿How to prepare:
1. Start by cutting your tofu into cubes & marinating it on a mixture of the soy sauce and teriyaki sauce (use your preferred ratio). Set that aside while you prepare your broccoli.
2. For the broccoli, I cut it into equal-sized florets and lightly steamed it. Next, I added it to a frying pan with some sesame seeds, red chili flakes and a touch of garlic salt and cooked it until the sesame seeds became fragrant.
3. Next, cook your tofu in a frying pan with a little bit of oil over medium heat until all of the sides are crispy. Once it’s cooked to your liking, turn the heat to low and pour the leftover marinade over the tofu and toss to coat.
4. Lastly, cook your fried rice according to package instructions (this should take about 5 minutes in a frying pan on medium heat).
5. Plate, top with more sesame seeds, green onions, everything bagel seasoning and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is soyaki tofu fried rice? Soyaki tofu fried rice is a quick vegan fried rice dish made with extra firm tofu marinated in a teriyaki-soy sauce blend, served over vegetable fried rice with sesame broccoli. It’s savory, satisfying, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
What is soyaki sauce? Soyaki is Trader Joe’s popular teriyaki-style sauce made with soy sauce, sesame, and ginger. It’s the perfect marinade for tofu because it caramelizes beautifully when pan-fried and adds a deep, umami flavor.
Can I make this without Trader Joe’s frozen rice? Absolutely — any frozen vegetable fried rice works, or you can use leftover plain rice and add your own vegetables. The soyaki tofu is the star, so the base is flexible.
Is soyaki tofu fried rice vegan? Yes, this recipe is completely plant-based. Just double-check your fried rice package ingredients if you’re using a different brand, as some may contain egg.
What goes well with soyaki tofu fried rice? It pairs beautifully with other Asian-inspired dishes. If you love tofu recipes, try my [Teriyaki Tofu Rainbow Rolls with Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce] or my [Spicy Ramen Noodle Bowl with Teriyaki Tofu and Bok Choy] for another weeknight favorite.
Soyaki Tofu Fried Rice with Sesame Broccoli
Ingredients
For the Soyaki Tofu:
- 1 block extra firm tofu pressed and cubed
- 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Sesame Broccoli:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Fried Rice:
- 1 bag Trader Joe's frozen vegetable fried rice
- Green onions for topping
- Everything bagel seasoning for topping
- Sriracha to taste
Instructions
- Cut tofu into cubes and marinate in teriyaki sauce and soy sauce. Set aside while you prepare the broccoli.
- Cut broccoli into equal-sized florets and lightly steam. Add to a frying pan with sesame seeds, red chili flakes, and garlic salt. Cook over medium heat until sesame seeds are fragrant.
- Cook tofu in a frying pan with a little olive oil over medium heat until all sides are crispy. Turn heat to low and pour the leftover marinade over the tofu and toss to coat.
- Cook frozen fried rice according to package instructions, about 5 minutes in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Plate the fried rice, top with soyaki tofu and sesame broccoli. Finish with green onions, everything bagel seasoning, and sriracha. Enjoy!
Notes
🌿Have you guys ever tried @traderjoes frozen vegetable fried rice? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
