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Easy Teriyaki Tofu and Broccoli Rice Bowl (Under $3 a Serve)
This easy teriyaki tofu and broccoli rice bowl is a perfect budget dinner that provides a plant based meal for under 3 dollars a serve.
30 min
Total Time
4
Servings
$8.5
Est. Cost
🧄 Marinade
soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, cornflour
Ingredients
- •400g firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- •300g jasmine rice
- •1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- •2 tbsp soy sauce
- •1 tbsp honey
- •1 tbsp rice vinegar
- •1 tsp grated ginger
- •1 clove garlic, minced
- •1 tsp cornflour
- •2 spring onions, sliced
- •1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Method
- 1Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2Cook the rice according to package directions in a medium pot.
- 3While the rice cooks, press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 4Whisk soy sauce, honey, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and cornflour in a small bowl.
- 5Heat oil in a large frypan over medium-high heat.
- 6Add the tofu cubes and fry until all sides are golden and crispy.
- 7Push the tofu to the side of the pan and add the broccoli florets.
- 8Pour a splash of water into the pan and cover with a lid to steam for 3 minutes.
- 9Remove the lid and pour the teriyaki sauce over the tofu and broccoli.
- 10Toss everything together for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
- 11Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.
- 12Top with the tofu and broccoli mixture.
- 13Garnish with sliced spring onions and toasted sesame seeds.
💡 Tips
- • Press tofu for at least 15 minutes to improve texture.
- • Buy soy sauce in larger bottles for long-term savings.
- • Add extra budget vegetables like grated carrots to the bowl.
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