What to serve with Mapo-style chili tofu rice?

Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Chicken fajitas, or Thai green chicken curry. Those sit in the same style as Mapo-style chili tofu rice and keep the grocery list from exploding.

Can you meal prep Mapo-style chili tofu rice?

Yes. Mapo-style chili tofu rice holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. tofu and the sides reheat without falling apart.

How long does Mapo-style chili tofu rice last in the fridge?

3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.

Is Mapo-style chili tofu rice vegan?

Yes. Mapo-style chili tofu rice is vegan.

Is Mapo-style chili tofu rice vegetarian?

Yes. Mapo-style chili tofu rice is vegetarian.

Mapo-style chili tofu rice — $1.03 a serving

Name: Mapo-style chili tofu rice
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 6 oz Firm tofu; 1 Scallions; 1 Red chili peppers; 4 tsp Fresh ginger; 3 oz Rice; 1 fl oz Soy sauce; 2 tsp Sesame oil; 2 tsp Vegetable oil; 1 tsp Red pepper flakes; 1 tsp Salt & pepper

$1.03 a serving · 25 min

Under 30 min
One pan
Makes leftovers
Vegan
Dairy-free
Nut-free
PCOS-friendly
Heart-healthy
Anti-inflammatory
IBS / Low-FODMAP
Asian-inspired
Spicy
Family friendly
Tofu

Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $4.11 if you cook for four.

Protein: 22g
Carbs: 58g
Time: 25 min

Ingredients

Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.

Produce

Firm tofu6 oz
Scallions1
Red chili peppers1
Fresh ginger4 tsp

Pantry

Rice3 oz
Soy sauce1 fl oz
Sesame oil2 tsp
Vegetable oil2 tsp

Spices

Red pepper flakes1 tsp
Salt & pepper1 tsp

How to cook it

1
Start the rice. Cube the tofu and brown it in oil.
2
Add ginger, chili, chili flakes, soy, and a splash of water. Simmer 6 minutes.
3
Finish with sesame oil and sliced scallion. Serve over rice.