Kani Dofu

Kani Dofu is a light and flavorful Japanese soup that marries the delicate taste of crab with the creamy texture of tofu, creating a low-carb dish perfect for a cozy meal. This comforting soup is both nourishing and satisfying, making it ideal for any time of the year.

Ingredients

• Crab meat - 100 grams
• Silken tofu - 200 grams
• Dashi stock - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Mitsuba (Japanese wild parsley) - a handful, for garnish
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, bring the dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the soy sauce and mirin to the simmering dashi stock, stirring well.
3. Carefully cube the silken tofu and gently add it to the pot, being careful not to break it.
4. Once the tofu is heated through (about 5 minutes), add the crab meat and stir gently to combine.
5. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the crab meat.
6. Taste the soup and add salt if needed.
7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and mitsuba before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from crab and tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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