Asian Inspired Buddha Bowl with Spicy Peanut Sauce
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1
- Category: Entree
Ingredients
Spicy Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter (all natural is best)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoons tamari
- 1 tablespoons chili-garlic sauce
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
- 2-3 garlic cloves
- Salt to taste
Buddha Bowl
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots, raw
- 1/2 cup shredded bell pepper, raw
- 1/2 cup purple cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/4 block of tofu, drained and cut into half inch cubes
- 1 baby bok choy, grilled
- 1/4 avocado, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons green onion, minced
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Spicy Peanut Sauce
- Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth, set aside
Buddha Bowls
- In a non-stick pan on medium heat, cook tofu until brown and slightly crispy, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, about 10-15 minutes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, on a cast iron skillet on medium high heat, grill bok choy until charred, about 5-6 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Assemble bowls first with rice, then veggies and tofu.
- Sprinkle avocado slices with sesame seeds and garnish with green onion.
- Drizzle with spicy peanut sauce, and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe results in double the sauce that is needed, but it is necessary to make a larger amount for easier blending. You may half the sauce or make extra for later!
- Nutrition facts only takes into account half of the sauce.