Teriyaki Tofu and Broccoli Bowl

This teriyaki tofu and broccoli bowl is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the broccoli is cooked to perfection. The teriyaki sauce is sweet and savory, and it coats the tofu and broccoli perfectly. This bowl is a great way to get your vegetables in, and it's also a good source of protein.

This recipe was inspired by a trip I took to Japan a few years ago. I was obsessed with the teriyaki tofu and broccoli bowls I ate there, and I knew I had to recreate them at home. After a lot of trial and error, I finally came up with this recipe. It's not quite as good as the bowls I had in Japan, but it's pretty darn close.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• Extra firm tofu
• Broccoli florets
• Teriyaki sauce
• Soy sauce (optional)
• Vegetable stock or water
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• Green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Press the tofu to remove excess water. Cut into cubes.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add the broccoli florets and cook until tender but still slightly crisp.
4. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and soy sauce (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened and the tofu and broccoli are coated.
5. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of vegetable stock or water.
6. Serve the teriyaki tofu and broccoli over a bed of rice.
7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Why It Works

• The tofu is pressed to remove excess water, which helps it to brown and crisp up in the pan.
• The broccoli is cooked until tender but still slightly crisp, which gives it a great texture.
• The teriyaki sauce is made with a combination of soy sauce, mirin, and brown sugar, which gives it a sweet and savory flavor.
• The bowl is served over a bed of rice, which helps to absorb the sauce and make the dish more filling.