Tofu Musubi

Total time: 50 mins, Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pack of tofu, or ~ 1lb
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons sriracha
• 3 tablespoons agave
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup of sushi rice
• 2 cups water, plus more for shaping
• Rice wine or mirin for shaping, ~¼ cup
• Sushi nori, 1 pack

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, agave, and spices together in a bowl to create a marinade for the tofu. 
2. Pat tofu dry and place in a container, pour the marinade over and let sit for at least 30 min to an hour but I suggest overnight for the best development of flavor, flip halfway through if marinade does not cover whole block.
3. Cook rice according to directions and add a bit of mirin and fluff, transfer to bowl and let cool to room temperature
4. Once tofu is marinated remove from marinade, save marinade, and make a sauce or use to fry tofu, slice to desired size of tofu and in a pan over medium heat add the  tofu and fry until crisp about 2 min each side then set aside.
5. To shape rice, combine some water and rice wine or mirin in a small bowl, dip your hands/ fingers in water solution and use your hands to shape the rice into desired shape according to size of tofu
6. Once rice is formed, top with tofu and wrap with a strip of nori (use water to seal nori together) 
7. Top with any garnish and serve. Enjoy!

Photo credit: https://sweetsimplevegan.com/tofu-musubi/

BENEFITS

This tofu sushi recipe blends savory and sweet flavors for a delightful twist on traditional sushi. Tofu serves as a protein-rich base, complemented by soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, and agave for a balanced taste profile. Ginger and garlic powder add depth while supporting potential immune-boosting benefits. Sushi rice provides complex carbs for energy, while nori sheets offer essential minerals. With its fusion of taste and nutrition, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a plant-based meal.