Meal Kit
Sesame Tofu Rice Bowl
with creamy dressing
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 7 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Sesame, Soy
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Vegetarian
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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12 oz. Extra Firm Tofu
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 6 oz. Shredded Red Cabbage
- 5.47 oz. Long Grain White Rice
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2 oz. Orange Ginger Sesame Sauce
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1½ fl. oz. Creamy Roasted Sesame Dressing
- 2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
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4 tsp. Multicolor Sesame Seeds
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1 tsp. Black Garlic Seasoning
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
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Nutrition (per serving) WPeXZE3k
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Calories850
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Carbohydrates98g
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Net Carbs89g
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Fat40g
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Protein26g
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Sodium1860mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Small Pot
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Cook the Rice
Bring a small pot with rice, half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for tofu), and 1 1/4 cups water to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes.Remove from burner and set aside.While rice cooks, continue recipe. -
2 Prepare the Ingredients
Remove stem, seeds, and ribs, and cut bell pepper into 1" dice.
Line a plate with a paper towel.Cut tofu into 1/2" dice and place on towel-lined plate. Top with paper towels, then press gently but firmly to remove excess moisture. -
3 Coat the Tofu
In a mixing bowl, gently combine tofu, black garlic seasoning, remaining garlic salt, sesame seeds, and cornstarch. Set aside until tofu surface is tacky, 2-3 minutes.
While tofu sits, line another plate with a paper towel. -
4 Cook the Tofu
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 Tbsp. olive oil.
Working in batches if needed, add tofu to hot pan and stir occasionally until golden-brown, 6-8 minutes.Don't rush cooking the tofu; it will need the complete cooking time for the correct crispness.Remove from burner. Transfer tofu to towel-lined plate and top with a pinch of salt.While tofu cooks, continue recipe. -
5 Cook Vegetables and Finish Dish
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.
Add bell peppers to hot pan. Stir occasionally until slightly tender, 4-6 minutes.Add cabbage and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until wilted, 2-3 minutes.Add orange sauce (to taste) and stir to combine, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping rice with vegetables and tofu. Garnish with dressing. Bon appétit!
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