Crispy Orange Sesame Tofu with Palmini Rice + Broccoli 🍊🥢

Sometimes you just want those cozy takeout vibes… but with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about. This Crispy Orange Sesame Tofu with Palmini Rice + Broccoli delivers everything you love about your favorite restaurant order — sticky-sweet sauce, golden tofu, and a fresh side of broccoli — in under 30 minutes.

It’s crave-worthy comfort food made lighter, thanks to Palmini rice (a veggie-based, grain-free alternative made from hearts of palm). Every bite is saucy, crispy, and perfectly balanced — exactly the kind of dish that makes weeknights feel special.

Serves: 2–3
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes

📝Ingredients

For the Tofu + Veggies:

• 1 block extra-firm tofu (14 oz), pressed & cubed

• 2 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder for gluten-free)

• 2 tbsp olive oil (Graza or Brightland)

• 2 cups broccoli florets, lightly steamed or sautéed

• 2 packs Palmini rice, drained + rinsed well

For the Orange Sesame Sauce:

• ½ cup orange juice (fresh if possible)

• Zest of ½ an orange

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)

• 2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar

• 1 tbsp ketchup (for depth + color)

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or ½ tsp ground)

• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil (stir in at the end)

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry, to thicken)

• Pinch of salt

To Garnish:

• Sesame seeds

• Scallions, sliced thin

👩‍🍳Instructions

1. Crisp the tofu: Pat the tofu dry, cut into cubes, and toss in cornstarch. Heat olive oil in a skillet and pan-fry until golden + crispy on all sides (7–8 minutes). Set aside.

2. Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, whisk orange juice, zest, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, ketchup, garlic, and ginger. Simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened + glossy. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil.

3. Prep broccoli: Steam or sauté broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp.

4. Warm Palmini rice: Rinse well, then heat in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt until warmed through.

5. Assemble bowls: Toss the crispy tofu in the orange sesame sauce until coated. Serve over Palmini rice with broccoli on the side. Garnish with sesame seeds + scallions.

This dish is proof that healthy and comforting can go hand in hand. With crisp tofu, a tangy orange sesame glaze, and fluffy Palmini rice, it’s the ultimate weeknight dinner that checks every box: quick, balanced, and bursting with flavor.

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