Teriyaki Tofu Bowls

Crispy golden tofu. A sticky, homemade teriyaki glaze. Crunchy cucumber and creamy avocado. This Teriyaki Tofu Bowl is everything we love about quick, plant-based cooking — flavour-packed, nutrient-rich, and on the table in just 20 minutes.

Developed by Live Love Nourish and featuring fresh produce from Spray-Free Farmacy, this meal is a total crowd-pleaser — even for the fussy eaters! Whether you’re fully vegan or just looking for a satisfying meat-free dinner, this bowl delivers. 

🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy & Saucy: The perfect tofu texture with sweet-savoury glaze
  
• Vegan & Allergy-Friendly: Gluten free, dairy free, totally plant-powered
  
• Quick & Easy: Cooked and plated in 20 minutes
  
• Fresh & Filling: Includes protein, veggies, and whole grains
  
• Ideal for Meal Kits: Pre-portioned, minimal waste 

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

• 600g firm tofu
  
• 200g edamame beans
  
• 2 cucumbers, sliced
  
• 1 avocado, sliced
  
• Eschallots, sliced thinly
  
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
  
• Small piece of ginger, minced
  

Pantry staples (not included in recipe kit):

• Olive oil
  
• ¼ cup tamari (or soy sauce)
  
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
  
• Corn flour
  
• 1 cup rice of choice
  
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

🍱 Instructions

1. Cook rice according to packet instructions. Blanch edamame beans.
   
2. Cut tofu into 2cm cubes. Use paper towel to remove surface moisture.
   
3. In a bowl, toss tofu with 1 tbsp corn flour to coat.
   
4. Heat a frying pan with olive oil over medium heat. Add tofu and gently toss, cooking for 5–6 minutes or until golden on all sides.
   
5. In a small mixing bowl whisk together tamari, vinegar, maple syrup, ginger and garlic. In a small bowl mix together 2 tsp corn flour with 1 tbsp water to make a paste. Add to sauce and mix well.
   
6. Add teriyaki sauce to tofu and stir to coat. Cook for a further 2–3 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
   
7. To serving bowls, add rice, edamame, avocado, cucumber and tofu. Drizzle over any remaining sauce. Finish with sesame seeds and Eschallots.

💡 Pro Tips & Swaps

• Crispier tofu: Pat extra dry before cooking and use a non-stick pan
  
• Nutty addition: Top with roasted cashews or peanuts
  
• No maple syrup? Substitute with honey or coconut sugar (if not vegan)
  
• Low carb? Swap rice for cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage

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