Tofu often gets a bad rap, but we think that it doesn’t get the care and attention it deserves. Luckily, sous vide is one of the best cooking applications for tofu, because it allows the marinade (in this case teriyaki or hoisin sauce) to better soak into the interior of the tofu. Searing before sous viding is crucial for delicious tofu. This step develops a crust on the outside of the tofu, which helps the tofu maintain a custardy interior when sous vide. We think this meal is hearty, delicious, and gives tofu the spotlight it deserves.
Tofu Broccoli Bowl
Ingredients
- 15 oz firm tofu, cut into ½” thick planks
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup teriyaki or hoisin sauce
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Directions
1) Press tofu between two kitchen towels or a double layer of paper towels until very dry. Season with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet until shimmering. Add the tofu in a single layer and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Flip tofu over and sear on the other side until golden brown. Transfer tofu to a plate and let cool slightly.
2) Place broccoli in a Suvie pan. Drizzle with oil and season with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Place pan in the top zone of Suvie. Vacuum seal tofu and teriyaki sauce in a single layer. Place tofu in a Suvie pan, cover with water, and insert into the bottom zone of Suvie. Input settings and cook now or schedule.
Suvie Cook Settings
Bottom Zone: Sous Vide at 175° F for 1 hour
Top Zone: Sous Vide at 175° F for 1 hour
3) Place rice in the Suvie rice pot (black handles) and place inside the Suvie Starch Cooker. Cover pot with lid, input settings, and cook now or schedule.
Suvie Starch Cooker Settings
Rice, Long Grain, 1 Cup
4) Remove all pans from your Suvie. Divide rice between bowls, and top with broccoli and tofu, spooning sauce over each serving. Garnish with sesame seeds if using.
Nutrition
Nutritional Information per serving (4 servings per recipe): Calories 390, Total Fat 13g, Total Carbohydrates 50g, Total Sodium 777mg, Total Protein 18g
