Vegan Zoni

Vegan Zoni is a comforting Japanese baked dish that features a rich, savory broth infused with traditional flavors, complemented by a medley of vegetables and tofu. This dairy-free version captures the essence of the original while providing a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Japanese sweet potato - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams
• Firm tofu - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Miso paste - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Nori seaweed - 2 sheets
• Green onions - 2 stalks
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Rice noodles - 100 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Peel and dice the Japanese sweet potato and carrot into small cubes.
3. Slice the shiitake mushrooms and firm tofu into bite-sized pieces.
4. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat, then add the diced sweet potato and carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Add the shiitake mushrooms and tofu to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the miso paste and soy sauce, mixing until the miso is fully dissolved.
7. Season the broth with salt and black pepper to taste, then add rice noodles and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until noodles are tender.
8. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, layering with torn nori sheets on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the top is slightly crispy.
10. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains antioxidants from shiitake mushrooms.
• Gluten-free option available with rice noodles.

Tags