Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- 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.
- Press the tofu to remove moisture, then cut into rectangular pieces. Dust with cornstarch for crispiness.
- 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.
- In the skillet, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Toss in the fried tofu to coat.
- In a bowl, mix sliced cucumber, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and shichimi togarashi. Let marinate for 5-10 minutes.
- Blanch sugar snap peas in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath. Drain and pat dry.
- Assemble the bento by layering rice, topped with teriyaki tofu, cucumber salad, blanched peas, and cherry tomatoes. Garnish with sesame seeds.
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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.
