Spicy Tofu and Fried Cauliflower Rice

This spicy tofu and fried cauliflower rice is so full of flavor that you won’t even miss the meat or the rice! Even your non keto, non tofu loving fans will love this one. Cauliflower rice is such a great keto ingredient as you do so much with it!

It’s not always easy to find great keto tofu recipes, so when I find them, I love to share! Not only is this recipe delicious, but this is a great one for those looking to find a yummy recipe that works for keto and vegetarian diets. If you like teriyaki, you might also like this teriyaki tofu recipe!

Spicy Tofu and Fried Cauliflower Rice

Even those who might not love tofu will be surprised at how great the flavor of this spicy dish is. The crispy texture of the tofu pairs well with the delicious cauliflower rice that soaks up the flavors beautifully.

What is Needed to Make Spicy Tofu and Fried Cauliflower Rice?

Tools and Supplies Needed to Make This Keto Tofu Dish

• Parchment paper
• Baking Sheet
• Knife
• Saucepan
• Skillet
• Whisk
• Mixing Spatula

How to Make Spicy Tofu and Fried Cauliflower Rice

Tofu

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.

Toss the tofu, oil, soy sauce, and arrowroot together. Then place the tofu onto the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 22-30  minutes, flipping halfway through.

Sauce

Mix all the sauce ingredients together and pour into a saucepan.

Cook on medium heat until sauce thickens. Set aside.

Fried Cauliflower Rice

Heat oil over medium heat. Add the peas and carrots to sauté. Cook for 3-4 mins.

Add the cauliflower, soy sauce, and Sriracha. Saute until the cauliflower is cooked through and slightly softened.

Create a well in the middle of the cauliflower mixture.

Add a teaspoon of the sesame oil and the eggs, and gently stir until eggs are scrambled.

Mix into the rest of the rice.

Serve the cauliflower rice warm in a bowl, topped with tofu and green onions.

Is Tofu Keto-Friendly?

Are you wondering if tofu is keto-friendly? It is! Tofu is a great choice for the keto diet as it is high protein and low carb! Tofu has less than 2 net carbs per serving which is great for keeping your carb counts down.

How Long Does it Take to Make Spicy Keto Tofu?

If you are ready to enjoy this keto chocolate spread, you only need to set aside less than 30 minutes and you’ll be enjoying it! Seriously! Just 10 minutes of prep time and just 12 minutes of cooking time is all you need to make this low carb keto spread!

How Many Carbs Are in this Spicy Keto Tofu Recipe?

While tofu itself has less than 2 net carbs per serving, this recipe has a bit more, but it is still keto friendly!

Just remember that this recipe is a full meal, not a partial meal so it is well within acceptable for a delicious keto meal!

 

Spicy Tofu Preparation Tips

Tofu generally needs a little extra preparation before cooking. Here are some tofu preparation tips to help your recipe come together the best.

Drain the Liquid

Tofu is packed in water to help preserve its freshness, but this water needs to be drained before cooking. Remove the tofu from the packaging and then drain all of the liquid out.

Press the Tofu

Next it’s time to press the tofu. If you don’t happen to own a tofu press, you can wrap the tofu in paper towels (or a kitchen towel) and place a skillet or something heavy on it. Leave it for roughly 30 minutes.

Slice the Tofu

Now that you have pressed the tofu, it’s time to slice it up! With this recipe, it’s best to cutting it into cubes.

Season As You Go

One of the great things about tofu is that it absorbs the flavors that you prepare it with. Some recipes call for marinating, but you don’t need to worry about that with this recipe. This one just calls for you to season it as you go. The delicious flavors soak in and blend very well!

How to Store This Spicy Tofu and Fried Cauliflower Rice

The great thing about cauliflower rice is that it stores very well in the freezer, making it perfect for meal prep. Unfortunately, tofu does not freeze as well, so it is important to not freeze the completed meal.

If you are planning to meal prep this, or if you have ended up with leftovers, be sure to take the tofu out and freeze without it.