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Tofu Teriyaki Bento Box

Savory Tofu Teriyaki Bento Box for Vibrant Lunch Joy

Delight in this Tofu Teriyaki Bento Box, a vibrant lunch filled with crispy tofu, fluffy rice, and fresh salad.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 2 boxes
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 14 oz extra-firm tofu Press to remove excess moisture
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch For crispy coating
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or canola) For frying
  • ¼ cup soy sauce Use gluten-free tamari if needed
  • 2 tbsp mirin Brings sweetness
  • 2 tbsp sake Complex flavor; substitute with water and sugar if needed
  • 1 tbsp sugar Balances savory notes
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds For garnish
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Japanese short-grain rice Rinse to remove excess starch
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp furikake seasoning Adjust to personal taste
For the Salad
  • 1 medium Japanese or Persian cucumber Sliced
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar For tanginess
  • 1 tsp sesame oil For richness
  • 1 tsp shichimi togarashi For mild kick
For the Sides
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas Blanched
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved for easy eating

Equipment

  • skillet
  • medium pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cooking spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with water and salt in a pot, bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes, fluff with a fork, and sprinkle with furikake.
  2. Press the tofu to remove moisture, then cut into rectangular pieces. Dust with cornstarch for crispiness.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  4. In the skillet, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Toss in the fried tofu to coat.
  5. In a bowl, mix sliced cucumber, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and shichimi togarashi. Let marinate for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Blanch sugar snap peas in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath. Drain and pat dry.
  7. Assemble the bento by layering rice, topped with teriyaki tofu, cucumber salad, blanched peas, and cherry tomatoes. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bento boxCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; store in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat tofu and rice for best flavor.

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