Sukiyaki (Vegetarian)

Sukiyaki is a traditional Japanese hot pot dish that combines a variety of vegetables and tofu, simmered in a sweet and savory broth. This vegetarian version offers a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cozy lunch.

Ingredients

• Shiitake mushrooms - 100g, sliced
• Tofu (firm) - 200g, cubed
• Napa cabbage - 200g, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Enoki mushrooms - 100g, trimmed
• Soy sauce - 60ml
• Mirin - 30ml
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon (15g)
• Vegetable broth - 300ml
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Rice noodles - 100g (optional)

Steps

1. Prepare all the vegetables: slice the shiitake mushrooms, chop the napa cabbage, julienne the carrot, and chop the green onions.
2. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the shiitake mushrooms and carrot, and sauté for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
3. Add the napa cabbage and enoki mushrooms to the pot, stirring for another 2 minutes.
4. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and vegetable broth; stir until the sugar is dissolved.
5. Pour the sauce mixture into the pot and bring it to a simmer. Add the cubed tofu and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. If using rice noodles, cook them separately according to package instructions and then add them to the pot just before serving.
7. Serve the sukiyaki hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in protein and low in cholesterol due to tofu as the protein source.

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