# What You'll Need:
→ Tofu
01 - 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
03 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Chili-Mayo Sauce
05 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 2 tbsp sriracha or other chili sauce
07 - 1 tsp soy sauce
08 - 1 tsp lime juice
→ Bowl Base
09 - 1 1/4 cups jasmine or long-grain rice
10 - 2 cups water
→ Vegetables & Toppings
11 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
12 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
13 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
14 - 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
15 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
16 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat pressed tofu dry and cut into 3/4 inch cubes.
03 - Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch, salt, and vegetable oil until evenly coated.
04 - Arrange tofu cubes on the baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
05 - Rinse rice and cook in water according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork once cooked.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and lime juice until smooth.
07 - Julienne carrot, slice cucumber, thinly slice spring onions, and chop fresh herbs.
08 - Toss hot baked tofu cubes with chili-mayo sauce until thoroughly coated.
09 - Divide rice among four bowls. Top with sauced tofu, carrots, cucumber, avocado if using, and spring onions. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
10 - Serve immediately while warm.
