Craving Chinese takeout? We know that feel, meal prep fam. But we also know how bad it can be for you if you order it in from your local Chinese restaurant. Loaded with sodium, trans fats, sugars, gluten, and preservatives, traditional American Chinese food is a sure-fire way to mess with any healthy meal plan you may be following. This is especially true for vegetarians because even if you order a meat-free dish, there are absolutely no guarantees that it will be 100% free of all animal products.
But, to our takeout-craving reader, don’t think your cravings will go unsatiated. Rest assured, here at MPOF we understand you, and that’s why today we’re thrilled to resolve these takeout cravings with today’s meal prep idea—A crispy tofu and broccoli sheet pan recipe fit for even the most discerning of Chinese royalty! We especially dedicate this meal p
We recommend eating all portions of this meal prep idea within 3-5 days, as this length of time is the refrigerated shelf life of both tofu and broccoli.
Yes, absolutely! We suggest consuming this meal prep idea 3-5 months from the original date of freezing
One of the best parts about this meal prep idea is that it’s simple to make! Begin the process by pressing the tofu. This can be achieved by placing it on a cutting board between a few pieces of paper towel and another cutting board or heavy plate, then allowing it to sit for 20-30 minutes to extract all excess moisture (remember that this step is vital for crispy tofu). Next, preheat your oven to 435°. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and place into a bowl, drizzling with sesame oil, coconut aminos, and arrowroot. Gently toss to evenly coat the tofu in these ingredients. Add the chopped broccoli to a bowl, drizzle with sesame oil, and season with salt and pepper.
Once this has been completed, it’s time to begin cooking your tofu! Add the 1-inch tofu cubes to a large baking tray, making sure to leave some space around each piece for uniform texture and cooking. Add the broccoli pieces to the other side of the tray and bake for 25 minutes, remembering to toss all tray ingredients once halfway through. To make the delicious teriyaki sauce, add coconut aminos, honey, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, ginger, and sea salt to a saucepan, and whisk while heating over medium heat. Bring to a boil for 1 minute. Finish the cooking process by serving your freshly-crisped tofu and seasoned broccoli over your choice of regular or cauliflower rice!
Because there are three primary ingredients to this meal prep idea, we recommend using three-compartment containers for serving or taking it on the go! For more information about containers read our Ultimate Guide to Meal Prep Containers blog!
We love tofu and Oriental flavors, too! Check out this Thai Chili Tofu Sheet Pan Meal Prep idea, our $3 Edamame Pasta with Tofu and Veggies, or these General Tso’s Cauliflower Bowls for your next set of lunch or dinner prepped meals!
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