Chili-Mayo Tofu Bowls (Printable)

Crispy baked tofu coated in chili-mayo sauce with rice and fresh vegetables for a vibrant, easy meal.

# 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 the 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 the tofu on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
05 - While tofu bakes, rinse rice and cook it in 2 cups of water following package instructions. Fluff with a fork when done.
06 - In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
07 - Julienne carrot, slice cucumber and avocado, thinly slice spring onions, and chop fresh herbs.
08 - Once tofu is baked, toss the hot cubes with the chili-mayo sauce until fully coated.
09 - Divide cooked rice among bowls, top with sauced tofu, prepared vegetables, avocado, and spring onions. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and herbs.
10 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple preparation with easy-to-find ingredients
  • Customizable toppings for personal taste and dietary needs
02 -
  • Use vegan mayonnaise for a completely plant-based dish.
  • Check soy sauce and mayonnaise labels if sensitive to allergens.
03 -
  • For extra crispiness, let tofu cubes cool for 2 minutes before tossing with sauce.
  • Add edamame or pickled radish for more crunch and color.
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