RECIPE
Roasted Vegetable & Tofu Biryani
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings
2 x
This colourful vegetarian bowl combines fragrant TASTY BITE®/MD Vegetable Biryani Rice with crispy tofu and caramelized roasted vegetables for a satisfying, protein-packed meal.
INGREDIENTS
Roasted Vegetables
- 1 small zucchini, diced (150 g)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced (150 g)
- 1 cup (100 g) cauliflower florets
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
- ½ tsp (1 g) garam masala
- ¼ tsp (1.5 g) kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp (0.5 g) black pepper
Crispy Tofu
- 8 oz (225 g) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 tbsp (8 g) cornstarch
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
- ¼ tsp (1.5 g) kosher salt
- 1 tsp (5 g) turmeric
- ⅛ tsp (0.5 g) black pepper
Vegetable Biryani Rice
- 1 pouch TASTY BITE®/MD Vegetable Biryani Rice
For Serving
- 2 tbsp (30 g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp (4 g) fresh coriander, chopped
- 2 tbsp (15 g) toasted pine nuts
COOKING STEPS
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1 Preheat & Season Vegetables: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and cauliflower with olive oil, garam masala, salt, and pepper; spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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2 Coat Tofu: Toss cubed tofu with cornstarch, olive oil, salt, turmeric, and pepper until evenly coated.
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3 Roast Tray: Arrange the tofu on the baking sheet beside the vegetables and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and the tofu is crispy.
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4 Heat Rice: Heat TASTY BITE®/MD Vegetable Biryani Rice according to package directions and divide between two serving bowls.
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5 Assemble & Garnish: Top the warm rice with the roasted vegetables and crispy tofu. Drizzle with yogurt, then garnish with coriander and toasted pine nuts before serving.