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Thick Fried Tofu with Mushroom Sauce

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  • 15 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 2 pieces (280g) thick fried tofu
    • 30g enoki mushrooms
    • 30g shimeji mushrooms
    • 30g king oyster mushrooms
    • 1 tsp grated ginger
    • chopped green onion, as needed

  • Mushroom Sauce Seasoning

    • 1/2 tsp Japanese dashi powder
    • 2 tsp sake
    • 2 tsp mirin
    • 2 tsp soy sauce
    • 150ml water

  • Thickening Mixture

    • 2 tsp cornstarch
    • 2 tsp water

STEPS

1

Trim the enoki mushrooms and cut them into thirds. Separate the shimeji mushrooms into small clusters. Cut the king oyster mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.

2

In a pot, combine the mushroom sauce ingredients and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add grated ginger and the prepared mushrooms, cooking until tender. Turn off the heat and stir in the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken the sauce.

3

Wrap the fried tofu in paper towels and microwave on a heatproof plate at 600W for 2.5 minutes. Cut into quarters.

4

Place the tofu on serving plates, pour the mushroom sauce over, and garnish with chopped green onions.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

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180

Calories

  • 10g
    Protein
  • 15g
    Carbs
  • 8g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor and texture.Adjust the soy sauce and dashi powder to taste if you prefer a stronger or milder flavor.This dish pairs well with steamed rice or as a side dish for a Japanese meal.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.