Seafood Tofu Soup

Seafood Tofu Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender tofu with an assortment of fresh seafood, simmered in a savory broth. This Halal Chinese soup is both nutritious and satisfying, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• Silken tofu - 200 grams
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 100 grams
• Fish fillet (such as cod or tilapia) - 100 grams
• Scallops - 100 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (sliced) - 1 inch
• Green onion (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Chicken broth (Halal) - 500 ml
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red chili flakes - optional, to taste
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Add the shrimp, fish fillet, and scallops to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
4. Carefully add the silken tofu, breaking it into large chunks, and let it warm through for another 3-5 minutes.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, and season with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to taste.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onion and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood and tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil, promoting heart health.

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