$1.16 a serving · 210 min
- Makes leftovers
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
- PCOS-friendly
- Heart-healthy
- Anti-inflammatory
- IBS / Low-FODMAP
- Asian-inspired
- Healthy
- Family friendly
- Tofu
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $4.64 if you cook for four.
- Protein
- 22g
- Carbs
- 38g
- Time
- 210 min
Ingredients
Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Firm tofu6 oz
- Carrots3 oz
- Fresh ginger1 oz
- Scallions2
- Spinach2 oz
Pantry
- Rice2 oz
- Sesame oil2 tsp
Spices
- Salt & pepper1 tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Load cubed tofu, rice, carrots, ginger, sesame oil, salt and 2 cups of water into the slow cooker.
- 2
Cover and cook on low for 3.5 hours, until the rice is tender and the tofu has taken on the ginger.
- 3
Fold in the spinach to wilt. Finish with sliced scallions.
People also ask
- What to serve with Sesame ginger tofu rice?
- Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Chicken fajitas, or Thai green chicken curry. Those sit in the same style as Sesame ginger tofu rice and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Sesame ginger tofu rice?
- Yes. Sesame ginger tofu rice holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. tofu and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Sesame ginger tofu rice last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Sesame ginger tofu rice vegan?
- Yes. Sesame ginger tofu rice is vegan.
- Is Sesame ginger tofu rice vegetarian?
- Yes. Sesame ginger tofu rice is vegetarian.
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