Sesame Crusted Tofu Bowls

Sesame-crusted tofu over rice with napa cabbage and cucumber in a bowl

These Sesame Crusted Tofu Bowls are out of this world! If you're looking for a way to enjoy crispy tofu without the use of oil or an air fryer - look no further! The tofu is marinated in a sweet and savory sesame dressing and then perfectly crusted with sesame seeds to make the crunchy exterior. Served on a bed of steamed jasmine rice and fresh cucumber salad, this bowl is a delicious, vegan, and gluten-free meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or a healthy meal prep.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Asian, vegan

Keyword baked tofu, crispy tofu, dairy free, gluten free, healthy dinner, meal prep, rice bowl

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 337kcal

Author Jackie Akerberg

Equipment

oven, stove

Ingredients

16 oz high protein super firm tofu
1 cup jasmine rice cooked
3 tbsp coconut aminos
3 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp tahini
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp ground ginger
3 tbsp white sesame seeds
3 tbsp black sesame seeds
2 cups napa cabbage shredded
3 Persian cucumbers finely chopped
3 green onions chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 and line a large metal baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the tofu into eight 1/2" thick slabs.
Add the coconut aminos, vinegar, maple syrup, tahini, garlic and ginger to one shallow bowl, and the sesame seeds to another. Stir both to combine.
Dip each slab of tofu into the sauce, letting excess drip off, and transfer to the bowl of sesame seeds to evenly coat. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining slabs. Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
While the tofu is baking, add the cabbage, cucumbers and green onions to a large bowl and pour the remaining sauce and sesame seeds into the bowl. Use tongs or your hands to combine.
To serve, divide the cooked rice between four serving bowls and top with the cucumber salad. Place two slabs of tofu on top and use a spoon to scoop out and drizzle any extra dressing from the bowl on top of the tofu.

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