Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 unit

red bell pepper

diced

2 unit

carrots

julienned

0.5 unit

cucumber

sliced

0.5 unit

red onion

sliced

2 cup

edamame

cooked

4 cup

rice

cooked mixed, black and brown

4 slice

pineapple ring

grilled

2 tbsp

olive oil

8 unit

tempeh

thinly sliced and cut diagonally in a triangle shape

1 tsp

sesame seeds

0.25 unit

nori sheet

cut into thin stripes

2 tbsp

honey

4 tbsp

soy sauce

4 tbsp

mirin

2 tsp

ginger

freshly grated

1 tsp

garlic

freshly grated

Step 1
~4 min

Prep the vegetables: Dice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrots, and slice the cucumber and red onion using a food processor or by hand.

Step 2
~4 min

Divide the rice mixture into four serving bowls.

Step 3
~4 min

Arrange the prepared vegetables over the rice, sorting by type.

Step 4
~4 min

Grill the pineapple rings until grill marks appear on both sides. Let cool and slice in half.

Step 5
~4 min

Place the grilled pineapple on the rice next to the vegetables.

Step 6
~4 min

Grill the tempeh slices until both sides have brown grill marks.

Step 7
~4 min

Prepare the teriyaki sauce: Whisk together honey (or maple syrup), soy sauce, mirin, freshly grated ginger, and freshly grated garlic in a mixing bowl.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour the sauce into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 9
~4 min

Once the sauce bubbles, reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until thickened.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the grilled tempeh triangles to the sauce and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce has further thickened and coats the tempeh.

Step 11
~4 min

Place the teriyaki-glazed tempeh over the rice.

Step 12
~4 min

Drizzle the remaining teriyaki sauce over the bowl.

Step 13
~4 min

Garnish with sesame seeds and nori strips.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the teriyaki sauce.

Marinate the tempeh in the teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before grilling for enhanced flavor.

Add other toppings like avocado, mango, or seaweed salad for variety.

Use different types of rice, such as sushi rice, for a stickier texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The rice and vegetables can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pair with a side of miso soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso Soup
Seaweed Salad
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Poke bowls are a staple in Hawaiian cuisine, traditionally featuring raw fish. This vegan version adapts the concept with plant-based ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer gatherings
Luau parties

Occasion Tags

weeknight meal
summer
potluck
casual gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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