Tomato Nabe

Tomato Nabe is a comforting Japanese hot pot that showcases the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes and fresh vegetables, simmered together for a delightful and nutritious meal. This vegetarian dish is perfect for sharing, making it an ideal choice for cozy dinners with loved ones.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 400 grams, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Firm tofu - 200 grams, cubed
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
2. Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to break down.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Add the soy sauce, carrot, zucchini, and shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Gently add the cubed tofu and cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped spring onions and fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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