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Gochujang Tofu Rice Bowls

30 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain rice$14.00560 cal ยท 25g proteinkept by 1 family

Ingredients

  • extra-firm tofu16 oz
  • gochujang2 tbsp
  • soy sauce2 tbsp
  • maple syrup2 tbsp
  • sesame oil2 tbsp
  • cornstarch1 tbsp
  • carrots2 count
  • cucumber1 count
  • frozen shelled edamame1 cup
  • short-grain rice1ยฝ cups
  • sesame seeds1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the rice. Press and cube the tofu and toss with cornstarch and a pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Heat the sesame oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high and cook the tofu 8-10 minutes until crisp.

  3. 3

    Whisk the gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup and 2 tbsp water. Pour over the tofu and toss 1 minute until sticky.

  4. 4

    Microwave the edamame 2 minutes, and shred the carrots and slice the cucumber.

  5. 5

    Build bowls of rice, tofu, edamame, carrots and cucumber and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Set some tofu aside before saucing for kids who don't like spice.

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