If you are hesitant to try Tofu, this recipe will surely convert you. It is really delicious, healthy, and easy to make.

Scale

1 cup cooked rice

1 cup edamame beans, just defrost or place in hot water

1 mango, diced

1 avocado, sliced

1/2 tsp sesame seeds

2 blocks extra firm tofu

1-2 tbsp cornstarch

salt and pepper

fresh coriander and black sesame seeds to garnish (optional)

Dressing:

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce

2 tbsp sesame oil

2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1/2 chilli finely chopped (optional)

2 tbsp sugar, maple syrup

small knob of fresh ginger, crushed

1 clove garlic, crushed

juice of 1/2 lime

FOR THE TOFU:

Press the liquid out of the tofu. Cube tofu and toss (gently) with the cornstarch until coated.
Arrange on a baking sheet lined with baking paper or a silicone sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and salt. Roast at 220°C for 20-30 minutes, until the tofu is slightly crisp.
Make the dressing by mixing all the ingredients together.
Stir in the tofu and cover with the dressing.

For the bowl:

Cook the rice as per packet instructions. Basmati rice can work but Sushi rice will even be more delicious. But other grains like Quinoa could also be used.
Prepare all the vegetables and fruit.
Now it is time to assemble your bowl, get creative with the different colours and flavours.
Lastly, drizzle the leftover dressing over the assembled bowl and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

The tofu could be left out. Add beans or for a non-vegan meal add fish or chicken as a meat option.
Find a Chinese supermarket where tofu is very cheap. Only R6 a block.
Tamari is a vegan soy sauce.
Honey is not vegan so use maple syrup or coconut sugar as alternatives.

Keywords: Tofu 'Poke' Bowl