Vegan Braised Tofu with Mushrooms

Vegan Braised Tofu with Mushrooms is a savory and aromatic dish that combines the earthy flavors of shiitake mushrooms and the richness of braised tofu. This delightful recipe captures the essence of traditional Chinese seafood dishes while remaining entirely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 250 milliliters
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
2. In a medium bowl, mix soy sauce, vegetable broth, sugar, rice vinegar, black pepper, and cornstarch dissolved in water to create the braising sauce.
3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
4. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they soften.
5. Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and gently stir to combine with the mushrooms.
6. Pour the braising sauce over the tofu and mushrooms, ensuring everything is well coated.
7. Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Finally, stir in the chopped green onions, cook for an additional 2 minutes, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from mushrooms.

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