Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of the Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl, a quick and satisfying meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine to your dinner table. This dish features crispy tofu coated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, served atop fluffy steamed rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is both nutritious and versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables. With its savory taste and appealing textures, the Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Steamed rice (for serving)
- Optional: chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Pat the tofu dry and cut into 1-inch cubes. Dredge in cornstarch for crispiness.
- Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Fry tofu until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté ginger and sliced onions until fragrant and tender.
- Add soy sauce, brown sugar, and a bit of water; simmer.
- Mix cornstarch with warm water, add to sauce, then toss in fried tofu until well-coated.
- Serve over steamed rice and garnish with scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg