Doujiang

Doujiang, a warm and comforting vegan soy milk, is a beloved Chinese breakfast staple that is both nutritious and satisfying. This dish is perfect for starting your day with a creamy, protein-rich beverage accompanied by savory accompaniments.

Ingredients

• Dried soybeans - 100 grams
• Water - 1 liter (for soaking)
• Water - 1 liter (for blending)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Chopped scallions - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Pickled mustard greens - 50 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the dried soybeans under cold water and soak them in 1 liter of water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the soaked soybeans, then add them to a blender with 1 liter of fresh water.
3. Blend the soybeans on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Strain the blended mixture through a cheesecloth or fine mesh sieve into a pot, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids or save them for another use.
5. Heat the strained soy milk over medium heat in the pot, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Once it reaches a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low.
6. Add salt and continue to cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
7. In a small bowl, mix the sesame oil and chopped scallions together.
8. Serve the warm doujiang in bowls, drizzling the sesame oil and scallion mixture on top, and adding soy sauce and pickled mustard greens if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, promoting overall well-being.

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