Crispy Sesame Tofu Bowls

Ingredients (13)

• 2 (14 oz) blocks extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 3 tbsp neutral oil

Steps

1. Toss the cucumber with 1 tablespoon vinegar and a pinch of salt and sugar. Cook the rice. Steam the broccoli 4 minutes.
2. Toss the tofu with the cornstarch and a pinch of salt. Fry in the oil over medium-high, turning, until crisp and golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.
3. Whisk the soy sauce, maple syrup, remaining vinegar, sesame oil, ginger and garlic. Pour over the tofu and toss 1 minute until glossy.
4. Serve over rice with broccoli, cucumbers and sesame seeds.