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Easy Tofu Soup
A comforting and flavorful vegan tofu soup packed with vegetables, mushrooms, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a quick, nourishing meal.
Ingredients
Broth and Mushrooms
- 16 ounces firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (grated)
- 1.5 inches ginger (grated)
- 0.5 red hot chili red hot chili (thinly sliced)
- 0.75 cup dried mushrooms (shiitake are best)
- 8 ounces mushrooms (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (reduced-sodium)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets (or substitute vegetables)
- 0.75 cup frozen peas (or substitute other greens)
- 1 heaping tablespoon miso paste (optional)
- 4 servings noodles (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 twists black pepper
Garnish
- 1 scallion scallion (chopped)
- cilantro
- sesame oil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Soak dried mushrooms in hot water for 5 minutes, then squeeze out and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté garlic, ginger, and chili for 1 minute. Add soaked mushrooms, chopped mushrooms, soy sauce, salt, and pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth and soaking water (pass through a fine sieve). Bring to a boil, then add tofu, broccoli, and peas. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Optional: Dissolve miso paste in hot broth and add before turning off heat. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with scallions, cilantro, and a drizzle of sesame or chili oil. Add noodles or other toppings if desired.
Notes
You can customize the vegetables and toppings to your preference for a personalized touch.