Tangerine-Glazed Tofu Bowls
Crispy tofu cubes lacquered in a sweet-and-tangy tangerine glaze over jasmine rice. Plant-forward, vibrant, and limonene-tuned.
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp neutral oil
- Zest and juice of 3 tangerines
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp cannabis-infused sesame oil (~5mg THC per tbsp)
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- Sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds, to serve
How to make it
- 1
Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Pan-fry in neutral oil until golden and crispy on all sides, about 8 minutes; transfer to a plate.
- 3
In the same pan, simmer tangerine juice, zest, soy, vinegar, sugar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes for 4–5 minutes until syrupy.
- 4
Remove the pan from the heat—important—then whisk in the cannabis-infused sesame oil.
- 5
Return tofu to the pan and toss to coat in glaze.
- 6
Serve over jasmine rice with scallions and sesame seeds.
Cooking tips
- Pulling the pan off the heat before adding infused oil preserves THC.
- Pair with Pineapple Express or Tangie for a doubled-up tropical citrus profile.
- Want extra crunch? Air-fry the cornstarched tofu at 400°F for 12 minutes.
Dosing calculator
Start low, go slow. Adjust the THC per serving below to plan the right total infusion for this recipe.
Edible onset is typically 30–90 minutes. Wait 2 hours before re-dosing.
Start Low, Go Slow
If new to edibles, begin with 2.5–5mg THC per serving. Effects may take 30–90 minutes to onset and can last 4–8 hours. Do not drive or operate machinery. This is not medical advice. Full disclaimer
Best paired with
Pair with these strains
Each one matches the limonene story of this dish.
Lemon Tree
Hybrid
Uplifting • Euphoric • Creative
Pineapple Express
Hybrid
Uplifting • Happy • Creative
Tangie
Sativa
Uplifting • Happy • Focused
Why this pairing works
Limonene — in your strain and on your plate
The brightest terpene on our list, limonene is the citrus engine behind sativa-leaning, mood-elevating strains. It pairs naturally with bright, acidic dishes and works beautifully as a daytime, social terpene.