Description
This Ginger Miso Brothy Soup with Crispy Shredded Sesame Tofu is a warm, flavorful dish featuring a savory broth infused with ginger and miso, topped with crispy sesame-coated tofu. It’s the perfect comforting and protein-packed meal for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons miso paste (white or yellow)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake, button, or cremini)
- 1/2 cup bok choy or spinach (optional, for added greens)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
For the Crispy Shredded Sesame Tofu:
- 1 block firm tofu (14 oz), drained and pressed
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the crispy sesame tofu:
Once the tofu is drained and pressed, shred it into bite-sized pieces using your hands or a fork.
In a bowl, toss the shredded tofu with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the tofu and cook, stirring frequently, until the tofu becomes golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside. - Prepare the soup broth:
In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth, miso paste, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir well to dissolve the miso paste into the broth.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. - Add the vegetables:
Add the sliced mushrooms and bok choy or spinach (if using) to the broth. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. - Assemble the soup:
Divide the broth and vegetables into bowls. Top each bowl with a generous amount of crispy shredded sesame tofu. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired. - Serve:
Serve hot with a side of steamed rice or noodles, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the chili flakes or add a dash of sriracha to the broth.
- You can substitute the tofu with tempeh for a different texture.
- If you prefer a thicker broth, you can add a splash of coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0g