Description
Indulge in a bowl of Easy Tofu Soup, a comforting dish that blends protein-rich tofu with vibrant vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or a nourishing lunch. Bursting with flavor from garlic, ginger, and miso, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned chef, this recipe offers simplicity without compromising on nutrition. Enjoy a warm, hearty soup that not only satisfies your hunger but also supports your health goals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (grated)
- 1½ inches ginger (grated)
- ¾ cup dried shiitake mushrooms
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms (chopped)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ¾ cup frozen peas
- Optional: Miso paste, noodles, scallions, cilantro
Instructions
- Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in hot water for 5 minutes. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté grated garlic, ginger, and sliced chili for 1 minute. Add soaked mushrooms (drained) and fresh chopped mushrooms; cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and reserved mushroom soaking water (strained). Bring to a boil and add diced tofu, broccoli florets, and peas.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until veggies are tender but crisp.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; stir in optional miso before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with scallions and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg