Zheng Fan

Zheng Fan is a traditional Chinese rice dish, enriched with high-protein ingredients like eggs and tofu, making it an ideal breakfast to kickstart your day. This flavorful dish combines the warmth of steamed rice with the savory goodness of vegetables and protein, providing a comforting yet nutritious start.

Ingredients

• Cooked jasmine rice - 200 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Firm tofu - 100 grams, diced
• Spinach - 50 grams, chopped
• Green onions - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced tofu to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
3. Add the chopped spinach and green onions to the skillet, stirring for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
4. Push the tofu and vegetables to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the empty space.
5. Scramble the eggs gently until fully cooked, then mix them with the tofu and vegetables.
6. Add the cooked jasmine rice to the skillet and drizzle the soy sauce over the top.
7. Stir everything together for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the rice is heated through and well combined.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein for muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.

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