Gourmet Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl: A Vegetarian Delight for Health and Taste
How to Make a Healthy Vegetarian Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl at Home
Today’s recipe is a delightful vegetarian meal that’s both healthy and incredibly satisfying. It’s also a fantastic option for those looking for a diet-friendly dish. This bowl offers a wonderful balance of textures and flavors, with the crispness of cabbage and the tenderness of tofu creating a harmonious experience. Let’s get started on this delicious Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl recipe! 🙂
Main Ingredients- 156g Fresh Cabbage
- 1 block Firm Tofu
- 1/2 Medium Onion
- Fresh Parsley, for garnish
- 2 bowls Cooked Rice
Special Teriyaki Sauce- 200ml Water
- 100ml Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 10g Fresh Ginger (minced or julienned)
- 3 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Corn Syrup (or similar sweetener)
- 50ml Mirin (Rice Wine)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 200ml Water
- 100ml Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 10g Fresh Ginger (minced or julienned)
- 3 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Corn Syrup (or similar sweetener)
- 50ml Mirin (Rice Wine)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your vegetables: chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces and thinly slice the onion. For the tofu, cut it into approximately 2-3cm cubes. It’s important to pat the tofu cubes thoroughly dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. This step helps achieve a crispier texture when pan-frying.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious teriyaki sauce! In a saucepan, combine 200ml of water, 100ml of soy sauce, and 50ml of mirin. Add the 1/2 tbsp of minced garlic, 10g of fresh ginger, 3 tbsp of brown sugar, and 1 tbsp of corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Step 3
After simmering for 5 minutes, turn off the heat. Stir in 1 tbsp of sesame oil and 1 tbsp of toasted sesame seeds. Mix well; this will add a wonderful depth of flavor and aroma to the sauce.
Step 4
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat with a very small amount of cooking oil. Add the sliced onion and chopped cabbage. Stir-fry until the vegetables become translucent and start to develop a light brown color. Cooking them well will bring out their natural sweetness and enhance the overall flavor.
Step 5
Once the vegetables are nicely sautéed, transfer them to a separate bowl. They will be placed on top of the rice shortly.
Step 6
Using the same frying pan, add just a touch more oil if needed. Place the dried tofu cubes into the pan. Cook over medium heat, rather than high heat, allowing each side of the tofu to turn a beautiful golden brown. Aim for a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
Step 7
Once the tofu is golden brown on all sides, pour about 7-8 tablespoons of the prepared teriyaki sauce over it. Reduce the heat to low and let the tofu simmer in the sauce for about 2 minutes, allowing it to absorb the delicious glaze until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 8
Transfer the glazed tofu to your serving bowl, placing it on top of the cooked rice. Drizzle an additional 1-2 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce over the tofu. Finally, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top for a beautiful presentation. Your delicious Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl is now ready!
Step 9
Taste the dish and if you find it needs more seasoning, feel free to add more of the teriyaki sauce to your liking. Any leftover teriyaki sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and is wonderful for making fried rice or flavoring other dishes. Enjoy experimenting with the extra sauce!
