This broth, oh my gosh, this broth. It is one of the best things I’ve ever tasted. This vegan brothy gochujang “chicken” and rice will convince anyone that you are the best chef ever. You don’t need to reveal your secret that this is probably the easiest, most foolproof recipe ever. Steamed rice, the quickest sauce, and flavorful tofu that you can grill, or bake!
What You Need For This Creamy, Spicy, Tofu and Rice:
- Extra-Firm Tofu: I highly recommend extra or super firm.
- Agave or Maple Syrup: For both the marinade and the sauce.
- Soy Sauce: Also for the marinade and sauce.
- Vegan Butter: I like to use Country Crock Plant Butter.
- Vegan Heavy Cream: I also used Country Crock brand plant heavy cream.
- Gochujang: You should be able to find this in any Asian food market or in the International aisle.
- Rice Wine Vinegar: I usually use plain flavored, but any kind will work.
- Oat Milk: Or other unsweetened non-dairy milk.
- Garlic and Vegan Chicken Bouillon: To flavor the broth.
I love a little spicy broth, but you can choose how spicy you make this vegan brothy gochujang “chicken” and rice. I always add 2 tablespoons of gochujang, but you can make the spice more beginner-level with 1 tablespoon, or advanced-level with 3 tablespoons. Whatever you choose, it will be incredible. I love adding quick pickles, either cucumbers, carrots, red onion, or all three.
Why Should You Make This Vegan “Chicken” and Rice?
- This recipe is fool-proof. Seriously.
- When you need something intensely comforting but still healthy, this is the recipe.
- The broth, my gosh the broth. I could drink it from a glass.
- It is so simple, but it will impress everyone.
- You can prep a lot of the recipe ahead of time.
Vegan Brothy Gochujang “Chicken” and Rice
Ingredients
Tofu "Chicken"
- 1 Block(15oz) Extra or super firm tofu*
- 1/4 Cup Soy sauce or Tamari for GF option
- 1 Tablespoon Rice wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Agave or maple syrup
Creamy Gochujang Broth
- 2 Tablespoons Vegan butter, I used Country crock plant butter
- 1-2 Tablespoons Gochujang paste
- 4 Cloves Garlic, finely chopped
- 1 Cup Vegan cream, I used Country Crock Plant Cream
- 1 Cup Non-dairy milk, unsweetened, I used oat milk
- 1 Cube or 1 teaspoon Vegan "Chicken" bouillon
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Agave or maple syrup
Rice and Garnishes
- 1 Cup White rice, uncooked
- Pickled or fresh cucumbers
- Chili crisp
Instructions
- First, you need to marinate your tofu. Drain and press the tofu*, then slice the block of tofu into 4 slabs.
- In a large ziploc bag or large bowl, pour in the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and agave. Shake or stir to combine. Place the tofu into the marinade and let it sit for at least an hour, but you can prep way ahead of time if you prefer.
- When ready to make the tofu, you can either use an air fryer grill(my favorite method), or you can bake it. If grilling, use the grill setting and grill for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- If baking, preheat the oven to 400 degrees(F). Place on a large baking sheet that is sprayed with non-stick spray. Bake for 10-15 minutes, flip the tofu, and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the tofu is golden brown and firm. ,
- While the tofu bakes, cook the rice according to package directions.
- And make the sauce. Heat the vegan butter in a medium-sized saucepan on medium-high heat.
- When the butter has melted, add the gochujang(using 1 tablespoon for less spice and 2 for more), and the garlic. Stir to combine everything and let simmer for 1-2 minutes, reducing heat as needed.
- Add the vegan cream, non-dairy milk, bouillon, soy sauce, and agave to the saucepan. Whisk until everything is fully combined.
- Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings. You may need more soy sauce; it will depend on what type of bouillon you use. I kept the salt low in case your bouillon is salty, since you can always add more.
- Once the tofu and rice are done, serve a scoop of rice with sliced tofu on top and then pour some of the broth over everything. Adding whatever toppings you desire.
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Notes
*If you need more information on prepping tofu, check out my TOFU COOKING GUIDE.
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