Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1 1/3 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 4 ounces firm tofu
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup shredded Chinese cabbage
  • 10 snow pea pods

Method

  • To prepare the rice: Place the rice, water, salt, and butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Decrease the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and fluff the rice with a fork.
  • Cut the tofu into bite-size pieces and place them in a small bowl.
  • Pour the teriyaki sauce over the tofu and gently swirl the bowl until the tofu is completely coated.
  • Place the oil in a wok or large saute pan over high heat.
  • Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli and cabbage and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the mushrooms are almost tender.
  • Add the pea pods and cook for 2 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender.
  • Add the tofu and sauce and cook, stirring gently, for 2 minutes, or until the tofu is warm.
  • Place the rice on a plate and top with the vegetables and tofu.