Simple & Delicious Komatsuna with Fried Tofu Recipe | Japanese Vegetarian Delight🥬

firm tofu

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Silken tofu is often less expensive and still provides a good texture.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari can be a gluten-free alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: sugar water

Sugar water can mimic sweetness in a pinch.

Pour boiling water over the fried tofu to remove excess oil.

Once cooled, slice the fried tofu into 1 cm wide strips.

In a pot, bring water and seasoning (Dashi powder, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar) to a boil.

Add the sliced fried tofu and komatsuna to the pot.

Cook briefly until the komatsuna is just tender.

Turn off the heat and let the flavors meld together.

Dish up the komatsuna and fried tofu, layering over some of the cooking liquid.

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