Dinner · Lunch
Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowls
Golden pan-fried tofu in a homemade ginger teriyaki sauce over brown rice with edamame and broccoli.
⏱ 1 hr (15 min prep, 45 min cooking)
🍽 Serves 4 · 1 bowl
make aheadlunchboxleftovers
vegetariandairy free
ContainsWheat, Soybeans. Check the labels on what you buy; brands differ.
Ingredients
Rice
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 2¼ cup Water
Tofu
- 14 oz Firm tofu, firm, pressed and cut in 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (soybean)
Sauce
- ¼ cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 clove Garlic, grated
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- ¼ cup Water
Bowls
- 1½ cup Frozen shelled edamame
- 2 cup Broccoli, florets
- 3 Green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional)
Nutrition
Nutrition coming: the USDA numbers for these ingredients are being added.
Steps
You’ll need: large nonstick skillet, medium saucepan with lid, clean kitchen towel, small bowl.
- Bring the rice and water to a boil, cover and simmer on low 40 to 45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes.
- Wrap the tofu in a towel and press with something heavy for 15 minutes. Cut in cubes and toss with 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
- Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu, turning, 8 to 10 minutes, until golden on all sides. Move to a plate.
- Add the broccoli, edamame and 1/4 cup water to the skillet, cover and steam 4 minutes. Move to the plate.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients, pour into the skillet and simmer 1 minute, until glossy. Return the tofu and toss. Serve over rice with the vegetables and green onions.
Make aheadKeeps 4 days in the fridge in meal-prep containers; reheat to 165°F.
↺ LeftoversPack the bowls for lunch and microwave until hot.
🧒 With kidsKids often like the crispy tofu cubes best; serve sauce on the side.
Gluten-free swapUse tamari instead of soy sauce.
An original Teddy Rook Book recipe. Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central and changes with brands and portions.