Sesame Ginger Tofu and Edamame Bowl
A rapid Asian-inspired warm bowl combining pan-seared tofu, protein-rich edamame, tender broccoli, and nut-rich sesame ginger glaze over cooked brown rice.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Janny + Lila
Janny created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Press 150g extra-firm tofu between paper towels…
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Press 150g extra-firm tofu between paper towels…
Press 150g extra-firm tofu between paper towels for 2 minutes to squeeze out excess moisture, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Heat 1 tbsp (15ml) sesame oil in…
Heat 1 tbsp (15ml) sesame oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F (190°C) until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Add the tofu cubes in a single…
Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes until crisp.
Look for: golden brown on the bottom, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes until crisp
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Push tofu to one side of the…
Push tofu to one side of the pan, then add 1 cup (90g) broccoli florets, 0.5 cup (80g) edamame, and 1 tsp (2g) minced ginger to the open side.
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Sauté the vegetables for 3 minutes until…
Sauté the vegetables for 3 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
Look for: tender-crisp and bright green
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Drizzle 1 tbsp (15ml) low-sodium soy sauce…
Drizzle 1 tbsp (15ml) low-sodium soy sauce over the pan contents and toss gently for 1 minute to coat thoroughly.
Allow: 1 minute
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Spoon 0.5 cup (100g) warmed brown rice into a bowl, top with the sautéed tofu and vegetable mixture, and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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