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broccoli turmeric tahini stir fry bowl

Broccoli Turmeric Tahini Stir Fry

This broccoli turmeric tahini stir fry is a hearty and colorful bowl made with golden turmeric rice, roasted broccoli, crispy tofu, and creamy tahini sauce. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for an easy plant-based dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Bowls
Course: Main dish
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, vegan
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the stir fry:
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 block firm tofu or tempeh, cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
For the turmeric rice:
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
  • 2 cups water or broth
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp salt
For the tahini sauce:
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 tbsp warm water add more if needed to thin
  • Pinch of salt
Toppings (optional but recommended):
  • Pickled onions
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Kimchi

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice – In a pot, add rice, water (or broth), turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook 15 minutes until rice is fluffy.
  2. Prepare the stir fry – Heat oil in a large pan or wok. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds. Toss in broccoli and stir fry for 5–6 minutes until bright green and slightly charred.
  3. Cook the tofu/tempeh – Add tofu or tempeh cubes into the pan. Splash in soy sauce and cook until golden and crisp.
  4. Make the tahini sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, and salt. Adjust water for a creamy but pourable texture.
  5. Assemble the bowls – Divide turmeric rice into serving bowls. Add broccoli and tofu mix. Drizzle tahini sauce on top. Finish with pickled onions, sesame seeds, cilantro, or kimchi.

Notes

  • Day-old rice works best if you want to turn this into broccoli fried rice.
  • Tahini can sometimes taste bitter. Add ½ tsp maple syrup or honey if you prefer a smoother flavor.
  • Swap tofu for tempeh if you like a chewier, nutty protein. Both work well.