Tofu Jammy Egg Breakfast Bowl (Printable version)

A vibrant morning bowl with seasoned tofu, jammy eggs, and crisp vegetables drizzled with zesty ginger scallion sauce over steaming rice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tofu & Eggs

01 - 7 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Rice

07 - 1 cup cooked jasmine or short-grain rice, warm

→ Greens

08 - 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
09 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
10 - 1 small carrot, julienned

→ Ginger Scallion Sauce

11 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
16 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
17 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

→ Garnish

18 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
19 - Fresh cilantro or microgreens, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently add eggs and cook for 6.5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath, peel, and halve.
02 - In a bowl, toss tofu cubes with soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned tofu and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and heated through. Set aside.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together scallions, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and chili flakes until combined.
05 - Divide warm rice between two bowls. Top each with greens, cucumber, carrot, seasoned tofu, and a halved jammy egg.
06 - Drizzle generously with ginger scallion sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro or microgreens.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Nutrient-Dense: Provides 22g of protein per serving to keep you full longer.
  • Zesty Flavor: The homemade ginger scallion sauce adds a bright, savory punch to every bite.
  • Vegetarian Friendly: A wholesome meal that is naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable for vegans.
02 -
  • Ice Bath is Key: Don't skip the ice bath for the eggs; it stops the cooking process and makes peeling much easier.
  • Press Your Tofu: Make sure the tofu is well-pressed to remove excess moisture, which helps it achieve a better golden-brown crust in the skillet.
  • Fresh Ginger: Grating the ginger fresh rather than using powder makes a significant difference in the vibrancy of the sauce.
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