Half-Rice Bowl with Spicy Sautéed Tofu and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

A nutritious half-portion rice bowl featuring crispy pan-fried tofu coated in a spicy glaze, served over steamed rice with toasted sesame seeds and scallions. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs firm tofu, cooked jasmine rice, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 7 oz, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes firm tofu
• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 clove, minced garlic clove
• 2, thinly sliced scallions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 7 oz pressed firm tofu cubes and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium and add 1 minced garlic clove, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil, tossing tofu gently for 1-2 minutes until well coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: To assemble, place 1 cup cooked jasmine rice in a bowl, top with the spicy tofu, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions over the top. Serve immediately.