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Tofu Stir Fry Rice Bowls

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Colorful and protein-rich Tofu Stir Fry Rice Bowls made with crispy tofu, vibrant vegetables, and a flavorful stir-fry sauce served over fluffy rice — a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal for any night of the week.

Ingredients

  • 14 oz extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (cornstarch slurry)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional: lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Press tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut into bite-sized cubes. Toss the cubes in cornstarch and soy sauce until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed and stir-fry the broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. Pour the sauce into the pan with vegetables and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Return the tofu to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
  6. Serve the stir-fry over bowls of warm rice. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Pressing tofu is key to achieving a crispy texture.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Add chili flakes or sriracha for extra heat.
  • To make ahead, store rice, tofu, and vegetables separately and combine before serving.
  • Reheat with a splash of water or soy sauce if the sauce thickens too much.

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