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Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl

Teriyaki tofu is the ultimate tofu dish made with tofu cut into cubes, dredged in cornstarch, and then fried in a pan for maximum crispiness. A homemade teriyaki sauce finishes this teriyaki tofu and is served over a bowl of rice.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 470 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 14 oz. firm tofu (1 package, 400g)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch (plus 2 teaspoons)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (freshly grated)
  • 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 scallion (chopped, optional)
  • Steamed rice (to serve)
  • toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Pat the tofu dry with a paper towel, and cut into 1-inch cubes. Add the ¼ cup of cornstarch to a shallow bowl, and dredge the tofu pieces until they all have a light coating of cornstarch. You’ll see the cornstarch getting absorbed by the moisture of the tofu––this is normal.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a cast iron or nonstick pan over medium heat. Add the tofu pieces to the pan, and fry on all sides until golden. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
  3. Add the ginger to the pan, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the onions and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Then add the mirin, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Meanwhile, dissolve the remaining two teaspoons of cornstarch in 1/2 cup warm water. Add to the sauce and onions, along with the cooked tofu. Toss everything together for 1 minute, until the sauce has thickened and the tofu is coated in the sauce. Stir in the scallions.
  5. Serve over steamed rice with some toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Note nutrition info includes 1 serving of tofu served over 1 cup steamed rice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 470kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Sodium 510mg (21%) Potassium 110mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 30IU (1%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 146mg (15%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 470

% Daily Value*

Calories 470kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 64g 21%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 510mg 21%
Potassium 110mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 30IU 1%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 146mg 15%
Iron 2mg 11%

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