Loaded Hoisin Crispy Tofu & Basmati Rice Bowl with Spinach
Ready in about 30 minutes, this punchy crispy tofu and basmati rice dish is built for clean bulking — 938 kcal and 54g protein.
Ingredients
- 245g tofu
- 255g basmati rice
- 80g spinach
- 80g pak choi
- 25g hoisin sauce
- 15g spring onions
- 3g garlic
- pinch of Chinese five-spice
- 20g cashews
- 5g sesame oil
- 40g cucumber
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the spinach and pak choi, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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Rinse the basmati rice, then simmer in 2 parts water for 10-12 minutes, cover and steam off the heat for 5 minutes.
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Press the tofu for 10 minutes, cut into cubes and air-fry or pan-fry until golden and crisp on all sides (about 12 minutes).
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Season with five-spice, then toss in hoisin and garlic over high heat for the last minute until sticky.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the spinach and pak choi for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the bowl: basmati rice first, then the veg and crispy tofu, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the cucumber.
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Bulking upgrade: add the cashews, sesame oil for extra energy-dense calories.
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