Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 3 tbsp (24g) Cornstarch
  • ½ tsp (3g) Salt
  • ¼ tsp (1g) Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Neutral oil
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp (5g) Fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves (6g) Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Sriracha
  • 3 cups (560g) Cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup (150g) Shelled edamame, steamed
  • 1 cup (120g) Shredded carrots
  • 1 cup (130g) Sliced cucumber
  • 1 cup (60g) Purple cabbage, thinly sliced

Instructions:

  1. Press the tofu block by wrapping it in paper towels and placing a heavy object on top for 10–15 minutes to remove excess water.
  2. Toss the cubed tofu in a medium bowl with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated and matte.
  3. Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and fry for 3–5 minutes per side until edges are mahogany-colored and crust is firm.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha until the glaze thickens and coats the tofu.
  6. Assemble bowls by dividing cooked quinoa, edamame, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, and purple cabbage evenly into four bowls.
  7. Top each bowl with the glazed crispy tofu and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.