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Homemade Spicy Sriracha Tofu Rice Bowls (Air Fryer or Oven) recipe photo

Spicy Sriracha Tofu Rice Bowls (Air Fryer or Oven)

Crispy, spicy tofu tossed in a sriracha-tamari glaze served over rice with edamame and scallions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz extra-firm tofu drained
  • 1 tablespoon gluten-free tamari (or soy sauce) divided
  • 2 teaspoons tamari (additional) divided
  • 4 teaspoons sriracha divided
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil divided
  • 1 medium scallion chopped, white and green parts separated
  • 2 teaspoons Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup shelled edamame warmed
  • 1/2 teaspoon multi-color sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Spatula or tongs

Method
 

  1. Press the tofu: wrap the drained tofu in paper towels and press gently to remove excess water, replacing towels and repeating until mostly dry; slice the block in half lengthwise, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Make the marinade: in a large bowl whisk together 1 tablespoon tamari, 2 teaspoons sriracha, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and the chopped white parts of the scallion.
  3. Add the tofu to the bowl and toss to coat; let it sit 10 minutes to absorb flavor.
  4. Prepare the air fryer (or oven): lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. For oven method, preheat to 400°F and line a baking sheet.
  5. Cook the tofu: spread the tofu in a single layer in the air fryer and cook at 370°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crisp. For oven, bake at 400°F about 25 minutes, turning once halfway.
  6. Make the finishing sauce: in the same bowl combine the remaining 2 teaspoons sriracha, the remaining 2 teaspoons tamari, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and the Thai sweet chili sauce.
  7. Toss the hot cooked tofu with the finishing sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Assemble bowls: divide cooked brown rice between bowls, top with sauced tofu, warmed edamame, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and finish with chopped scallion greens; serve immediately.

Notes

  • Swap the tofu with chicken or shrimp.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer, bake tofu at 400°F for 25 minutes.
  • Sub coconut aminos or soy sauce for tamari.
  • Use plain white sesame seeds or omit if unavailable.
  • Serve with brown rice and edamame or use cauliflower rice or stir-fried veggies.