Combining comforting roasted vegetables with summer freshness, this colorful poke bowl is a simple and delicious way to cook tofu. The combination of Vinaigre de Feu, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil creates a quick, flavorful marinade that’s perfect for enhancing both the tofu and the fresh vegetables. It’s one of our favorite ways to make Asian-style tofu at home.
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serves: 2–4
Ingredients
Roasted vegetables
- 2 carrots, cut into sticks
- 1 small turnip, diced
- 1 small beet, diced
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of Épice de Feu
- Salt and pepper
Marinade / sauce
- 3 tablespoons of Original or Spicy Vinaigre de Feu
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup
Tofu & fresh vegetables
- 1 block of firm tofu, cut into cubes
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- A few radishes, sliced
- 2 handfuls of spinach
To serve
- Rice or rice noodles
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Green onions (optional)
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Place the carrots, turnip, and beet on a baking sheet. Add the oil, Épice de Feu, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl.
- Place the tofu in half of the marinade and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Add the cucumber and radishes to the remaining marinade and toss to combine.
- Cook the tofu in a hot skillet with a little oil until it is golden brown.
- Assemble the bowls with the rice or vermicelli, spinach, roasted vegetables, marinated vegetables, and tofu. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
Notes and tips Apothicari
- For a spicier version, use Spicy Fire Vinegar.
- Double the marinade for extra sauce—it keeps well in the fridge!
- Feel free to switch up your vegetables depending on the season
Enjoy your meal!