Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Tofu Donburi
Tender sweet potatoes and tofu coated in savory miso glaze, served over warm sushi rice. This japanese-inspired one pot (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs white miso paste, mirin, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 block (14 oz), pressed and diced into 1/2-inch cubes firm tofu
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 cups, cooked sushi rice
- 1/2 cup, sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and water until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender. Add diced tofu and cook for 5 minutes until golden on edges.
- Step 3: Pour miso glaze over sweet potatoes and tofu, stirring to coat. Cook for 2 minutes until glaze thickens. Serve over cooked sushi rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Tofu Donburi take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Tofu Donburi?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Tofu Donburi?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Tofu Donburi for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Tofu Donburi vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely delicious. The miso glaze caramelized beautifully on the sweet potatoes.
- ★★★★★
My family loved this for dinner. The donburi was easy to make and so flavorful!
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a new favorite! The sweet potatoes and tofu are perfectly glazed and the miso flavor is divine.
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