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Try a Yum Yum Tofu Bowl filled with vegetables and rice

Yum Yum Tofu Bowl

Enjoy a vegetarian meal of spicy fried tofu, roasted vegetables, raw cabbage, and rice all in one delicious bowl!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 43 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

For the Tofu:

  • 1 package House Foods firm tofu drained
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 c. soy sauce
  • 1/4 c. chili paste
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 c. fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ginger chopped

For the vegetables:

  • 1 c. broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper sliced thinly
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper

To assemble the bowls:

  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 1/2 c. cornstarch
  • 1 c. cabbage thinly sliced
  • 2 c. rice cooked
  • 3 scallions sliced
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Cut the tofu into 3 slices. Cut each slice into 5 pieces.
  • Place the tofu in a bowl with the garlic, soy sauce, chili paste, rice vinegar, cilantro, and ginger. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Place the broccoli, peppers, and onions on a baking sheet and toss with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes, stir, then continue baking for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven.
  • Pour the olive oil in a deep skillet. Heat over medium high heat.
  • Working in batches, remove the tofu from the marinade and toss with the cornstarch. Shake off the excess.
  • Place the tofu in the hot oil and cook for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
  • To assemble the bowls place 1/2 cup of rice in each of 4 bowls. Divide the roasted vegetables between the bowls. Add 1/4 c. of few cabbage. Divide the tofu between the 4 bowls.
  • Sprinkle each bowl with scallions and sesame seeds and serve hot.

Notes

Adapted from Bon Appetit, April 2015.