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Vegan nasi goreng served in a white bowl with mixed vegetables, tofu, and green onions.

Delicious Vegan Nasi Goreng Ready in Under 20 Minutes

Make this delicious vegan nasi goreng in under 20 minutes. Simple ingredients and quick steps make it the perfect weeknight meal.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 327kcal

Ingredients

For the tofu

  • ½ block extra-firm tofu drained, pressed, and cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon kecap manis

For the nasi goreng sauce

  • 2 tablespoons kecap manis
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sambal oelek

For the fried rice

  • 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil divided
  • 1 medium sweet onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 medium carrot chopped into small pieces
  • ½ cup green peas
  • ½ cup corn
  • 3 cups cold cooked rice preferably day-old
  • 1 green onion spring onion, sliced

Instructions

  • Season the tofu: Toss the tofu cubes with kecap manis in a small bowl. This coats the tofu with a sweet, savory flavor that blends perfectly into the fried rice later.
  • Sear the tofu: Heat a little oil in a large non-stick pan. Once the pan is hot, add the tofu and let it sear for a few minutes until golden and lightly crisp, giving it a gentle toss halfway through. Set the tofu aside when done.
  • Prepare the sauce: While the tofu cooks, whisk together the kecap manis, soy sauce, and sambal oelek in a separate bowl. This simple stir-fry sauce creates that bold, classic nasi goreng flavor.
  • Sauté the aromatics: Add a bit more oil to the same pan and sauté the chopped onion for a couple of minutes until it turns soft and translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, for about one minute.
  • Cook the carrot: Add the diced carrot to the pan and let it cook for a few more minutes, until it starts to soften and blend with the aromatics.
  • Bring everything together: Now add the peas, corn, cooked rice, and the browned tofu back into the pan. Pour in the sauce, toss everything well, and stir-fry for a few minutes until the rice is hot and evenly coated.
  • Finish and serve: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped green onion for a fresh, bright finish. Taste and adjust the salt if needed, then serve your vegan nasi goreng warm with lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2.3g | Sodium: 1090mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 2.8mg