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    Modified: Mar 10, 2025 · Published: Nov 30, 2016 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Crispy Teriyaki Tofu and Cauliflower Rice

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    This Crispy Teriyaki Tofu and Cauliflower Rice has a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce over crispy tofu and roasted cauliflower rice.

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    This Crispy Teriyaki Tofu and Cauliflower Rice is one of my favorite ways to eat tofu. The tofu is really crispy, and the sauce is sweet and savory - just what you would expect from a teriyaki sauce.

    I love to eat it with cauliflower rice so I am eating more veggies and less carbs than I would with regular rice.

    If you have ever had tofu at an Asian restaurant, you may have fallen in love with their crispy tofu. I assume that they deep fry it because it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

    Since I don't eat a lot of deep-fried foods, it is a special treat to order it.

    This crispy teriyaki tofu tastes like restaurant-style tofu without deep frying it. I used corn starch to achieve the texture that I wanted, which works quite well.

    Other recipes to try are my Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce, Lentil and mushroom Shepherd's Pie, and my Easy Tofu Meatballs with Asian Sauce.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • Can I Cook The Cauliflower Rice on The Stove?
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Asian-Inspired Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is sweet and savory.
    • It is healthy and satisfying.
    • The tofu is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside like you would get at a restaurant.

    🧾 Ingredients

    • Cauliflower: I used fresh cauliflower that I made into rice in the food processor. You could also use store-bought frozen riced cauliflower or regular rice.
    • Olive oil: For cooking the cauliflower rice.
    • Salt and pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor. I like to use sea salt.
    • Extra firm tofu: I used extra firm tofu packed in water found in the refrigerated section of the grocery store. You could also use firm tofu.
    • Cornstarch: For coating the tofu to make it crispy.
    • Vegetable oil: For frying the tofu.
    • Tamari: I used gluten-free low-sodium tamari because I like to control the amount of sodium. You could also use soy sauce, liquid aminos, or coconut aminos.
    • Mirin: Adds a sweet tangy flavor. You could use rice vinegar with extra brown sugar instead.
    • Brown sugar: Adds sweetness. You could also use maple syrup.
    • Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Ginger: Adds a spicy flavor.
    • Cornstarch: Thickens the teriyaki sauce.
    • Water 
    • Green onion: For garnish. You could also use sesame seeds or cilantro.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    📖 Variations / Additions

    • Broccoli
    • Red pepper
    • Snow peas
    • Mushrooms
    • Cabbage
    • Bok choy
    • Carrots
    • Quinoa
    • Brown or white rice
    • Rice noodles

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    🔪 Instructions

    Cauliflower Rice

    Step 1: Put cauliflower into a food processor. Pulse until you get a rice consistency.

    Step 2: Spread cauliflower rice on a baking sheet. Cook about 10 minutes, toss, and cook another 5-10 minutes.

    Tofu

    Step 3: Drain and press tofu. Dredge tofu in corn starch.

    Step 4: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Place coated tofu in a pan and cook on both sides until crispy.

    Teriyaki Sauce

    Step 5: In a saucepan combine all ingredients except cornstarch and water. Cook until the brown sugar dissolves.

    Step 6: In a small bowl combine cornstarch and water. Whisk out clumps.

    Step 7: Add to the sauce. Cook until the sauce thickens.

    Step 8: Serve over tofu and cauliflower rice.

    Can I Cook The Cauliflower Rice on The Stove?

    Yes! You can definitely cook the cauliflower rice on the stove instead. I love the taste of roasted cauliflower, which is why I cooked it that way.

    To see how to cook cauliflower rice on the stove, see my recipe for Baked Tofu Temaki Sushi with Cauliflower Rice. To adjust the cauliflower rice for this recipe, you'll double the amount of cauliflower and omit the brown rice vinegar, sugar, and tamari.

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    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is cauliflower rice made of?

    Cauliflower rice is raw cauliflower that has been chopped into small pieces that are the same size as rice. Cauliflower rice can be made in a food process or grated by hand.

    What is teriyaki sauce made of?

    This gluten-free teriyaki sauce is made with tamari, mirin, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and water.

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    If you tried this Crispy Teriyaki Tofu and Cauliflower Rice Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    There's no need to order takeout when you can easily make this vegan teriyaki tofu at home!

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    Crispy Teriyaki Tofu and Cauliflower Rice

    This Crispy Teriyaki Tofu and Cauliflower Rice has sweet and savory teriyaki sauce over crispy tofu and roasted cauliflower rice.
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Japanese inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 158kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    Cauliflower Rice

    • 1 head cauliflower broken into large pieces  (4 cups after being riced)
    • drizzle of olive oil
    • salt and pepper

    Tofu

    • 14 oz. extra firm tofu drained and pressed
    • 1 tablespoon corn starch
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

    Teriyaki Sauce

    • ¼ cup gluten free low sodium tamari
    • ¼ cup mirin
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 2 teaspoons minced ginger
    • 2 teaspoons corn starch
    • 4 teaspoons water
    • 1 green onion chopped and divided
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 450°F.

    Cauliflower Rice

    • Put cauliflower in food processor. Pulse until you get a rice consistency. Spread on a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil, salt, and pepper on top. Cook at 450°F for 10 minutes. Stir and cook another 5-10 minutes or until tender.

    Tofu

    • Slice drained and pressed tofu into cubes or triangles. Dredge in corn starch - twice if you want a really crispy exterior. Heat enough vegetable oil in a pan to cover pan. Add tofu. Cook on both sides until crispy and browned.

    Teriyaki Sauce

    • In a saucepan combine tamari, mirin, brown sugar, garlic, white and light green parts of green onion. Cook over medium high heat until sugar dissolves. In a bowl, dissolve corn starch in water. Add to pan with teriyaki sauce ingredients. Simmer until thickened.
    • Serve over crispy tofu and cauliflower rice. Top with dark green parts of green onion.

    Notes

    This recipe will last about 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
    To see how to cook cauliflower rice on the stove, see my recipe for Baked Tofu Temaki Sushi with Cauliflower Rice. To adjust the cauliflower rice for this recipe, you'll double the amount of cauliflower and omit the brown rice vinegar, sugar, and tamari.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 996mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 13.7mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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    1. katie says

      December 02, 2016 at 7:23 pm

      I love tofu! Yummmm

      Reply
    2. Maggie Unzueta says

      December 01, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      I love tofu. Will need to make your recipe soon. 🙂

      Reply
    3. Kiley Smith says

      December 01, 2016 at 3:22 pm

      I love tofu and am always looking for new ways to incorporate it into family meals! I will definitely be trying this recipe!

      Reply
    4. Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says

      December 01, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      This looks so delicious! I love tofu with teriyaki sauce. Great idea to serve it with cauliflower rice!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2016 at 9:31 am

        Thanks Amy!

        Reply
    5. Lauren says

      December 01, 2016 at 12:44 pm

      This looks amazing I am obsessed with the dishes you create! Pinned!

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2016 at 9:29 am

        Thanks Lauren, you are so kind!

        Reply
    6. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says

      December 01, 2016 at 8:45 am

      Willow this looks SO SO SO nom! I have a package of tofu in my fridge I keep meaning to make but haven't yet. This is the PERFECT recipe!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2016 at 9:27 am

        Thanks Chrissa! I hope you like it!

        Reply

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