Description
Enjoy a flavorful and crispy vegan Sticky Tofu Bowl featuring extra firm tofu coated in cornstarch, cooked to perfection, and tossed in a sticky, savory-sweet sauce. Served over steamed rice with edamame, avocado, and garnished with sesame seeds and spring onions, this dish is a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu and Coating
- 1 14-oz package extra firm tofu
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Sauce
- ½ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
Bowls
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups steamed edamame
- 1 avocado
- Olive oil for cooking
- Optional: sesame seeds and spring onions to garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Open the package of tofu, drain the excess water, and press out any remaining liquid to remove moisture, which helps achieve a crispy texture.
- Coat the Tofu: Cut the tofu into small to medium sized cubes, transfer them to a container, sprinkle the cornstarch evenly over the tofu, close the container, and shake well to fully coat the tofu pieces in cornstarch.
- Cook the Tofu: Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the coated tofu cubes and cook while stirring constantly to prevent sticking, turning the tofu occasionally to ensure all sides become crispy and golden brown.
- Make the Sauce: In a blender or mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
- Combine Tofu and Sauce: Once the tofu is crispy, pour the prepared sauce over the tofu in the pan and cook for several minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and sticks to the tofu. Reserve any leftover sauce for serving.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice among bowls, top with the sticky tofu, steamed edamame, and sliced avocado. Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions, then drizzle with extra reserved sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use extra firm tofu and press well to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Cornstarch coating enhances the tofu’s texture and helps the sauce stick better.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the sauce according to your taste preference.
- Rice can be substituted with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a different base.
- Add other vegetables like steamed broccoli or carrots to increase the nutrient content.
- Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 466 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1627 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
