Tofu Buddha Bowl with Peanut Sauce
Ingredients:
0.5 cup peanut butter
0.33 cup low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil (toasted or dark)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sambal oelek or chili paste (this is where the “spicy” comes in, so add to taste)
0 small knob of fresh ginger, peeled
0 clove of fresh garlic, peeled
0.25 cup of water
1 cup cooked white rice*
0.5 cup quick picked carrot
1 medium ripe avocado, sliced
3 chopped scallions (optional)
1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced (optional)
0.5 cup edamame beans, blanched (optional)
4 radishes, thinly sliced (optional)
1 tablespoon Black and white sesame seeds, for topping (optional)
2 cups Simple Crispy Tofu (Protein Base)
Directions:
1.
Cook {rice}.
2.
Bake or fry thawed Simple Crispy Tofu for about 5 minutes to warm through if desired.
3.
Peanut sauce: In a small bowl, add peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, chili paste, ginger, and garlic. Using a whisk or a fork, mix until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the flavor if needed, adding more soy sauce or sriracha to taste. If you want to add some sweetness, you can add a drizzle of maple syrup as well.
4.
Add your cooked rice at bottom of a large bowl and top with Simple Crispy Tofu, toppings, avocado, and a generous drizzle of peanut sauce. Enjoy your Buddha bowl right away!