Description
A satisfying and healthy rice bowl featuring fluffy rice, tender steamed greens, and crispy fried tofu, finished with a savory soy-sesame drizzle. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
1 cup rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
2 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 block firm tofu, drained and cubed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups broccoli florets (or any greens of your choice)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for drizzling)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cubed tofu and fry for 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden, turning occasionally.
- Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce to tofu, stir to coat, then remove from heat.
- Place broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 4-5 minutes until tender but vibrant.
- Assemble bowls with rice at the bottom, topped with steamed greens and crispy tofu.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and additional soy sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with cilantro if desired.
Notes
Switch up greens with kale, spinach, or bok choy.
Add bell peppers or shredded carrots for crunch.
Drizzle with sriracha or chili flakes for heat.
Include edamame or avocado for extra heartiness.
Store leftovers in fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of soy sauce or water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
