Sweet-Smoked Glazed Tofu Bowl with Sesame Rice
Crispy tofu glazed in a smoky-sweet sauce, served over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables for a satisfying vegan meal. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe (gluten free), ready in about 52 minutes, pairs firm tofu, maple syrup, 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 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
- 14 oz block, pressed and cubed firm tofu
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 14 oz pressed cubed tofu with 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp smoked paprika on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and caramelized.
- Step 3: While tofu roasts, steam 1 cup chopped broccoli and 1/2 cup julienned carrots for 7 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Toss cooked rice with 1 tsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
- Step 5: Arrange rice on plates, top with roasted tofu and steamed vegetables. Drizzle any remaining pan sauce over the dish.
