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Ginger Garlic Tofu Dinner Bowl

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A quick, easy, and healthy vegan dinner bowl featuring crispy tofu with a flavorful ginger garlic sauce, fresh veggies, and a wholesome grain base.

Ingredients

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  • 14-ounce extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Oil for cooking (avocado or canola oil)

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu by wrapping a 14-ounce block in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for 15-20 minutes to remove excess water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce or tamari, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to prepare the sauce. Set aside.
  3. Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes and toss gently with half of the sauce mixture. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  4. Slice the bell pepper into thin strips, shred the carrot, and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Steam broccoli until bright green and tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Heat a large non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of cooking oil.
  6. Place tofu cubes in a single layer and cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip and repeat until all sides are crisp and golden, about 10 minutes total.
  7. Push tofu to the side of the pan, add bell peppers and carrots, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  8. Pour the remaining sauce over tofu and vegetables. Toss gently to coat and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through.
  9. Spoon cooked brown rice or quinoa into bowls. Top with the tofu and vegetable mixture.
  10. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Press tofu thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to brown tofu evenly. Use fresh ginger and garlic for best flavor. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water if needed. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat best in a skillet to maintain tofu crispness.

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