Agedashi Tofu Soup

Agedashi Tofu Soup is a comforting, vegan Japanese dish featuring crispy, lightly fried tofu in a savory dashi broth, enhanced with umami flavors. This dish is perfect for warming up on a chilly day while providing a healthy, plant-based option.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Cornstarch - 4 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 2 cups (for frying)
• Dashi broth (vegan) - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Mirin - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Grated daikon radish - 50 grams (for garnish)
• Nori seaweed - 1 sheet, cut into strips (for garnish)

Steps

1. Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
2. Coat each tofu cube with cornstarch, ensuring an even layer on all sides.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the tofu cubes in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Remove the fried tofu and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
5. In a separate pot, combine the vegan dashi broth, soy sauce, and mirin. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
6. Once the broth is simmering, add the fried tofu cubes and let them warm in the broth for about 2 minutes.
7. Ladle the soup into bowls, and top with chopped green onions, grated daikon radish, and nori strips.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu, which supports muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from green onions and daikon radish.

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