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Sticky Glazed Tofu Bowls with Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

Sticky Glazed Tofu Bowls with Yum Yum Sauce

Enjoy these Sticky Glazed Tofu Bowls with Yum Yum Sauce for a delicious vegan meal that impresses! Perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 14 ounces extra firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce, GF Liquid aminos, or gluten-free tamari
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1–2 tablespoons sriracha or red chili sauce (sambal oelek)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic (or garlic powder)
  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo
  • 1–2 tablespoons sriracha or sambal oelek (optional for spice) Use tomato paste for zero spice
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 4–5 cups cooked sushi rice, brown rice, or jasmine rice
  • 2 cups shelled edamame
  • 1 English cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1–2 avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup crispy onions
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet
  • small bowls

Method
 

  1. Begin by cooking your choice of rice according to package instructions.
  2. Blot the tofu to remove excess moisture using paper towels. Cut into ¾ inch cubes and let rest on paper towels.
  3. Whisk together the sticky glaze ingredients (soy sauce, maple syrup, sriracha, garlic) in a small bowl. In another bowl, whisk all the yum yum sauce ingredients until smooth.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado or olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salt and freshly cracked pepper to the oil. Once fragrant, add tofu cubes to the hot pan without crowding. Cook undisturbed until golden, about 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes.
  5. Pour the sticky glaze into the pan with the tofu and gently fold to coat. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each with shelled edamame, cucumber slices, and diced avocado. Distribute glazed tofu cubes over the bowls.
  7. Drizzle the yum yum sauce over each bowl or serve on the side. Garnish with crispy onions, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 20gFat: 20g

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of sriracha or use a different spicy sauce of your choice.

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