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Sesame-Crusted Tofu Bowl

These sesame-crusted tofu bowls are delicious, healthy, and so versatile. Add whatever toppings you like or have on hand.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 1047 kcal
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

For the sesame crusted tofu
  • 250-300 g extra firm tofu, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup corn starch
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 2 tbsp black sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 1 1/2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
For the bowl
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked rice of choice
  • 1 avocado, quartered
  • 1 mango, cubed
  • 2/3 cup edamame
  • 1 cup thinly sliced purple cabbage
  • 1 cup iceberg lettuce, cut into 1 inch chunks
  • 1/4 cup pickled ginger
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3-4 tbsp hot sauce

Instructions

For the sesame crusted tofu
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  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture from the tofu. Preheat oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Setup three bowls: cornstarch, almond milk & breading (mix together sesame seeds, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder and salt).
  3. Gently toss the tofu cubed in cornstarch until well-coated.
  4. Next toss the tofu cubes in the almond milk gently and then coat with the sesame seeds mixture, pressing on each side to ensure they stick. Place on the baking sheet when coated and spray cubes with cooking spray of choice.
  5. Bake tofu 20-25 minutes, flipping once, until starting to turn golden brown.
For the bowls
  1. Cook your choice of rice according to package instructions.
  2. To assemble the bowls, divide ingredients evenly between two bowls. Start with layering the cooked rice and then add the other ingredients: cubed mango, cooked edamame, sliced purple cabbage, iceberg lettuce, pickled ginger and chopped cucumber.
  3. Mix the mayonnaise and hot sauce together and toss with the cooked tofu then add to the bowl. Alternatively use the sauce as a drizzle for the entire bowl. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Grains: If you desire, try cooked quinoa instead of rice or even cauliflower rice.
  • Vegetables: Mix and match with other vegetables such as radishes or carrots.
  • If you'd prefer a different sauce option, try our Peanut Sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1047kcal (52%) Carbohydrates 103g (34%) Protein 33.4g (67%) Fat 58.8g (90%) Saturated Fat 8.2g (41%) Polyunsaturated Fat 23.3g Monounsaturated Fat 22.1g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 11.6mg (4%) Sodium 1859.2mg (77%) Fiber 18.5g (74%) Sugar 19.5g (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1047

% Daily Value*

Calories 1047kcal 52%
Carbohydrates 103g 34%
Protein 33.4g 67%
Fat 58.8g 90%
Saturated Fat 8.2g 41%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.3g 137%
Monounsaturated Fat 22.1g 111%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 11.6mg 4%
Sodium 1859.2mg 77%
Fiber 18.5g 74%
Sugar 19.5g 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.