Teriyaki Tofu Bowls

Lauren Caris Short

By Lauren Caris Short

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These Teriyaki Tofu Bowls make a perfect dinner or they can easily be made ahead to pack for a nutritious lunch at work! Tofu is a fantastic blank canvas for all the wonderful teriyaki flavors, so read on to see how easy this is to make!

top view image of a teriyaki tofu in a bowl with chopsticks

If the thought of tofu makes you think “bleeeuurghh that bland white stuff, no thanks” then I totally get you.

I was a tofu hater for so many years, until I learned:

1) How great tofu is when it’s grilled or shallow fried so it’s crispy outside and

2) How it’s EVEN greater when you slather it with flavor and let it absorb it all. Hollaaa, I actually can’t get enough now.

close up image of a teriyaki tofu in a bowl with kale and nuts on top

This simple, teriyaki marinade is absolutely packed with great, bold flavors. I use it to soak the tofu before grilling, but also as an extra drizzle on top.

The sauce itself can be used to marinade anything you like, tofu is just my favorite protein of choice.

I also made this dry rub tofu salad with chili lime dressing, which is another great alternative for tofu, this one is crispy, and spicy, everything you could possibly want from a dry rub!

top view image of two bowls full of delicious teriyaki tofu topped with kale, nuts and sesame seeds

I had this tofu served over some quinoa (red and white) with some sauted kale on the side.

I simply put the kale in a large skillet on a medium heat and cooked with a little lemon juice until it was nice and soft and bright green. You could add some garlic as well for an extra kick!

top view image of two bowls full of delicious teriyaki tofu topped with kale, nuts and sesame seeds, with chopsticks

The teriyaki sauce stores brilliantly in the fridge for about a week to 10 days, so it’s also great for making ahead and using when you need a quick lunch or dinner!

And remember #DontBeATofuHater

top view image of a teriyaki tofu in a bowl with chopstick
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Teriyaki Tofu Bowls

These Teryaki Tofu Bowls make a perfect lunch or dinner, great for making ahead and packing for a nutritious lunch at work! Tofu is a fantastic blank canvas for all the wonderful teryaki flavors, come and see how easy this is to make!!
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Marinade30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 1
Calories: 331kcal

Ingredients

Sauce

  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • 1 tbsp cold water
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • black pepper for seasoning
  • juice half a lime

Tofu and the Rest

  • 7 oz tofu
  • quinoa or rice of your choice
  • kale
  • toppings such as cashew nuts, cress and spring onions (scallions)

Instructions

  • Mix the water and corn starch together to form a slurry. Add this into a medium sized saucepan along with all the other ingredients.
  • Heat over a medium heat and stir constantly with a whisk to avoid any sauce sticking to the bottom. Once the sauce begins to bubble it will thicken very quickly. Once the sauce coats the back of a spoon it is ready. Transfer it immediately to another container to stop the cooking process.
  • Cut the tofu into slices around 1/4 inch thick and lay on a tray. Cover with 3-4 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce and leave to marinade for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the tofu on a hot griddle pan until hot all the way through.
  • Serve with quinoa and sauted kale, and top with the cashews, spring onions and cress.

Notes

The sauce will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 6496mg | Potassium: 326mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 0.3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 292mg | Iron: 5mg

Images by Lauren Caris Short.

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