Looking for a delicious and healthy way to add some spice to your weeknight meals? Try making a Spicy Sesame Rice Bowl! This flavorful dish features a tasty combination of vegetables and protein, all drizzled with a spicy sesame sauce and served over a bed of fluffy rice. Keep reading for the recipe, nutritional information, storage tips, and more.

Spicy Sesame Rice Bowl Recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tofu
  • 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 tbsp. sesame seeds, toasted

For the Spicy Sesame Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp. honey
  • 2 tbsp. rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. sriracha sauce
  • 1 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 1 tsp. grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions:

  • If using chicken, season it with salt and pepper. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. If using tofu, slice it into cubes and pan-fry them until they are golden brown.
  • Remove the chicken or tofu from the pan and set it aside.
  • Add the bell peppers, onion, and snow peas to the same pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the spicy sesame sauce.
  • Add the chicken or tofu back to the pan and pour the sauce over the vegetables and protein. Cook for another minute or two, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  • To serve, divide the cooked brown rice between four bowls. Top each bowl with the chicken or tofu and vegetables, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutritional Values of Spicy Sesame Rice Bowl:

This dish is packed with protein and veggies, making it a healthy and satisfying meal. One serving of Spicy Sesame Rice Bowl (1/4 of the recipe) contains approximately:
  • Calories: 390
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 47 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sodium: 930 mg

How to Store Spicy Sesame Rice Bowl:

This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, simply microwave the bowl for 1-2 minutes until it's warmed through.

Tips on Making Spicy Sesame Rice Bowl:

  • If you don't have brown rice, you can use white rice or another grain like quinoa or farro.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha sauce in the spicy sesame sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
  • Try adding other vegetables like broccoli or bok choy for added nutrition and flavor.
  • Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  • For added protein, you can add a fried egg on top of each bowl.