Mouthwatering Tofu Salad: A Japanese Delight!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1(14 ounce) packagefirm tofu, drained

  • 3tablespoonssoy sauce

  • 1tablespoonmirin (sweetened rice wine)

  • 1tablespoonrice vinegar

  • 2teaspoonssesame oil, or to taste

  • 2tablespoonsvegetable oil

  • 2clovesgarlic, minced

  • 1teaspoonminced fresh ginger

  • 1largetomato, seeded and chopped

  • 1smallred onion, thinly sliced

  • ¼cupchopped cilantro

  • 1tablespoonsesame seeds

Cooking Directions

  1. Place tofu between two plates. Place a heavy book on top and let sit until tofu has drained, about 1 hour, pouring out expelled liquid every 20 minutes.

  2. Whisk together soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl.

  3. Heat vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; gently stir and cook until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir into soy sauce mixture.

  4. Cut pressed tofu into bite-sized pieces, then place into a bowl with tomato, onion, and cilantro. Pour in dressing and toss to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories272
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
19g
24%
Saturated Fat
3g
14%
Sodium
695mg
30%
Total Carbohydrate
11g
4%
Dietary Fiber
4g
13%
Total Sugars
3g
Protein
18g
35%
Vitamin C
9mg
9%
Calcium
717mg
55%
Iron
3mg
19%
Potassium
429mg
9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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