Deconstructed Sushi Bowl with Black Sesame Dressing

Directions

Rinse and drain the rice two or three times.

Combine the rice, water, and salt in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat, cover, and simmer gently until the water is absorbed, about 45 minutes. You may also steam the rice.

Toast the nori in a preheated 150 degrees cup oven or a medium-hot pan for a few minutes.

Be careful not to burn. Once toasted, chop roughly into strips.

Drain the tofu and pat it dry. Cut the block of tofu lengthwise into thick slices.

Fry the tofu slices over medium-high heat in a pan with a little bit of olive oil for a few minutes until browned on one side.

Flip gently, then continue cooking for another minute or so, until the tofu is firm and golden.

Remove from pan, cool and then slice into thick matchsticks.

To make the dressing:

Toast the sesame seeds lightly – do not burn.

Transfer to a bowl and add maple syrup, shoyu, mirin, sesame oil, brown rice vinegar, and cayenne pepper.

Taste and adjust as needed.

To assemble: Stir in ⅓ cup of the dressing to the rice.

Taste and adjust as needed. Serve the rice in individual bowls and top with the toasted nori, green onions, tofu, avocado slices, and a sprinkling of sesame seeds.

For extra nutrition boost add some fresh sunflower sprouts.

Serve remaining dressing on the side.

Note: Adapated from 101cookbooks. com