Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl Recipe

Name: Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce; ¼ cup hot chili-garlic sauce; 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil; 14 ounces extra firm tofu, cubed; 5 green onions, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup); ¼ cup nonfat yogurt; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon hot chili-garlic sauce; 2 cups cooked short-grain brown rice; 4 ½ cups mixed baby greens; 2 carrots, peeled; 1 cucumber, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 avocado, peeled and sliced; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Servings: persons

¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
¼ cup hot chili-garlic sauce
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
14 ounces extra firm tofu, cubed
5 green onions, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
¼ cup nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon hot chili-garlic sauce
2 cups cooked short-grain brown rice
4 ½ cups mixed baby greens
2 carrots, peeled
1 cucumber, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 avocado, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

1
To make Spicy Tofu: Whisk together soy sauce, chili sauce and sesame oil in bowl.
2
Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat.
3
Dip tofu in chili mixture.
4
Cook 10 minutes or until browned, turning occasionally.
5
Add green onions, yogurt and lemon juice to remaining chili mixture.
6
Toss with tofu.
7
To make salad:.
8
Whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger and chili sauce in bowl.
9
Mound rice in the bowls.
10
Top with greens.
11
Shave strips of carrots over top with vegetable peeler.
12
Top with tofu, cucumber and avocado.
13
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve with sauce.

552

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce, ¼ cup hot chili-garlic sauce, 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil, 14 ounces extra firm tofu, cubed, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Tofu Bento Bowl

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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