Bowls & lunches
Sesame Tofu Rice Bowls
Sesame Tofu Rice Bowls with firm tofu, dry rice, neutral oil.

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Sesame Tofu Rice Bowls
- Servings
- 2
- Prep
- ~15 min
- Cook
- ~20 min
- Rest / chill
- ~0 min
- Total
- ~35 min
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Ingredients
Method
- Cook rice according to its package. Pat tofu dry. Heat neutral oil in a skillet and cook tofu for 10–12 minutes, turning to brown several sides.
- Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar and maple syrup. Pour half over tofu and toss for 1 minute.
- Divide rice between bowls. Add tofu, carrot and cucumber, spoon over remaining dressing and scatter with sesame seeds.
A little note
Press very wet tofu first for better browning; pressing time is extra.
Cooking tips
- Dry tofu with a clean towel before cutting; surface moisture slows browning.
- Let each side form a crust before turning, and add the sauce near the end so its maple syrup does not scorch.
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