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A traditional Japanese vegetarian meal featuring crispy fried tofu in a savory dashi broth, served with fluffy steamed rice, comforting miso soup, and refreshing spinach with sesame dressing.
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Serving size: 1 serving
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A classic Japanese soup made with a savory dashi broth, soft tofu, and nutrient-rich wakame seaweed. This comforting and simple dish is a staple of Japanese cuisine, ready in just 15 minutes.
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A traditional Japanese vegetarian meal featuring crispy fried tofu in a savory dashi broth, served with fluffy steamed rice, comforting miso soup, and refreshing spinach with sesame dressing.
This japanese dish is perfect for dinner. With 777.97 calories and 40.68g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
Press the Tofu: Wrap the tofu block in several layers of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Place it on a plate and put a heavy object (like a cast-iron skillet) on top. Let it press for at least 20-30 minutes to remove excess water. This step is crucial for a crispy texture.
Prepare the Broth (Tentsuyu): While the tofu is pressing, combine the dashi stock, soy sauce, and mirin in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low to keep it warm.
Prepare Garnishes: Peel and finely grate the daikon radish. Gently squeeze out any excess liquid from the grated daikon. Peel and finely grate the ginger. Thinly slice the scallions.
Cut and Coat Tofu: Once pressed, unwrap the tofu and pat it completely dry with paper towels. Cut the block into 8 or 12 equal cubes. Place the potato starch in a shallow bowl. Gently dredge each tofu cube in the starch, ensuring all sides are lightly and evenly coated. Shake off any excess.
Fry the Tofu: Pour about 1 to 1.5 inches of vegetable oil into a medium skillet or pot. Heat the oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Working in batches, carefully add the coated tofu to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until light golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Drain and Serve: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried tofu to a wire rack to drain excess oil. Immediately divide the hot tofu among four small, shallow bowls. Pour the warm broth around the tofu. Top with a small mound of grated daikon, a pinch of grated ginger, a sprinkle of scallions, and bonito flakes (if using). Serve immediately.
Serving size: 1 serving
Rinse and Soak the Rice
Cook the Rice
Rest and Fluff
Serving size: 1 serving
Place the dried wakame in a small bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for 5-10 minutes until it fully expands and softens, then drain well and set aside.
In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Whisk in the instant dashi powder until it's completely dissolved. Avoid a rolling boil.
Gently add the cubed silken tofu to the dashi broth. Allow it to heat through for about 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low so the soup is no longer simmering. In a small bowl, whisk the miso paste with a few tablespoons of the hot broth until smooth, then stir the mixture back into the pot.
Stir in the rehydrated wakame and heat for one minute without boiling. Ladle the soup into four bowls, garnish with sliced scallions, and serve immediately.
Serving size: 1 serving
Prepare the Sesame Dressing (Goma-ae)
Blanch the Spinach
Cool and Squeeze the Spinach
Combine and Serve
