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Miso-Glazed Tofu with Trumpet Mushrooms

Cultural Context

Miso-glazed tofu is a staple in Japanese cuisine, celebrated for its umami-rich flavor profile and versatility. Traditionally, miso is a fermented soybean paste used in various dishes, embodying the essence of Japanese cooking. This dish highlights the harmony between tofu and mushrooms, often enjoyed with rice. In modern cuisine, it has gained popularity worldwide, adapted in vegan and vegetarian diets for its rich taste and nutritional benefits.

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
200g firm tofu, cubed
150g trumpet mushrooms, sliced
ยฝ red bell pepper, sliced
ยฝ yellow bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, minced
2 tbsp oil (for frying)
Sesame seeds & green onions for garnish
1 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or lemon juice)
1 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
ยฝ tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp water
1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water, for thickening)

miso paste

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: white miso

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: soy sauce

White miso is milder and lower in sodium.

honey

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: maple syrup

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides similar sweetness with a unique flavor.

sesame oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: olive oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautรฉing.

trumpet mushrooms

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: shiitake mushrooms

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: button mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms add umami flavor, while button mushrooms are more accessible.

1

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Pan-fry tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

2

In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant.

3

Add trumpet mushrooms, red, and yellow bell peppers. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes.

4

In a small bowl, mix miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and water. Stir well.

5

Pour the miso glaze over the tofu and vegetables. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

6

Add the cornstarch mixture and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.

7

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with quinoa, brown rice, or noodles.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautรฉingbaking

Equipment Needed

pansmall bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-based

Allergens

soysesame

Also Known As

Miso TofuMiso Glazed Tofu
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