Chili-Mayo Tofu Bowls (Printable Version)

Crispy baked tofu in chili-mayo sauce over rice with fresh vegetables and herbs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tofu

01 - 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
03 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Chili-Mayo Sauce

05 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 2 tbsp Sriracha or other chili sauce
07 - 1 tsp soy sauce
08 - 1 tsp lime juice

→ Bowl Base

09 - 1 1/4 cups jasmine or long-grain rice
10 - 2 cups water

→ Vegetables & Toppings

11 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
12 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
13 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
14 - 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
15 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
16 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat pressed tofu dry and cut into 3/4 inch cubes.
03 - Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch, salt, and vegetable oil until evenly coated.
04 - Arrange tofu on baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
05 - Rinse rice and cook in 2 cups water according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork when done.
06 - Whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
07 - Julienne carrot, slice cucumber, thinly slice spring onions, and chop herbs.
08 - Combine hot baked tofu cubes with chili-mayo sauce until well coated.
09 - Divide rice into bowls and top with sauced tofu, carrots, cucumber, avocado slices, spring onions, sesame seeds, and herbs.
10 - Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to make with everyday ingredients
  • Packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures
02 -
  • For vegan bowls, swap mayonnaise for vegan mayo
  • This recipe contains soy, eggs, and sesame: check labels if sensitive
03 -
  • Press tofu well for crispier texture
  • Customize the veggies for seasonal variety
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