Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl, a perfect harmony of crispy tofu and rich homemade teriyaki sauce served over fluffy rice. This quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Customize your bowl with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition and flavor. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual family meal, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Steamed rice for serving
Instructions
- Pat the tofu dry and cut into 1-inch cubes. Dredge in cornstarch until lightly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Fry the tofu until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté ginger and onion until fragrant. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, and water; bring to simmer.
- Mix remaining cornstarch with warm water and add to sauce. Return tofu to pan, toss gently until thickened.
- Serve over steamed rice and garnish with chopped scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg