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Miso Soup with Grilled Tofu

Miso Soup with Grilled Tofu

Today’s miso soup is with grilled tofu and spinach. Grilled tofu and spinach miso soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that blends the smoky, savory flavor of tofu with the fresh, earthy taste of spinach. The grilled tofu, broiled to achieve a charred surface, adds a hearty texture, while the spinach provides vibrant color and nutrients. Combined with the umami-rich miso broth, this soup is a perfect balance of flavor and health, ideal for any meal. If you can’t find grilled tofu at your stores, don’t worry! Broil regular tofu with a handheld burner (a kind you use for crème brûlée), or even pan-fry to get it browned. Hope you give it a try!

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Oatmeal with Tofu

Oatmeal with Tofu

Oatmeal with Tofu is a healthy breakfast alternative to more traditional oatmeal with cream and sugar. This savory version has plenty of delicious Japanese flavors such as Dashi and tofu, and it’s still very quick and easy to make. It’s almost like soup because that’s how I like it, but if you prefer it thicker, reduce the amount of water (you may want to reduce some of the seasonings too). Oatmeal has many health benefits such as lowering cholesterol and controlling blood sugar. It also contains a lot of fiber and keeps you feeling full until the next meal. Tofu is a great source of healthy protein, and Wakame offers various minerals. Overall, Oatmeal with Tofu is a healthy choice for breakfast. Hope you give it a try!

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Tofu Avocado Salad

Tofu Avocado Salad

Tofu Avocado Salad is a simple and healthy side dish that is so easy to make. It’s also completely plant based and vegan. Diced tofu and avocado are tossed in the Japanese style vinaigrette dressing with a hint of wasabi and sesame. It’s delicious by itself, but you can also put this on a bowl of rice to make a Donburi rice bowl.

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Miso Soup with Onion Pork Belly & Tofu

Miso Soup with Onion Pork Belly & Tofu

Today’s miso soup features a delightful combination of onion, pork belly, and tofu. The natural sweetness from the onion, combined with the savory miso taste, complements the rich flavor of the pork belly. With the addition of quality protein from tofu, this soup becomes a hearty and satisfying dish. As with many of our other miso soups, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare. Consider making extra for dinner and enjoying the leftovers for breakfast. Pairing this miso soup with steamed rice and pickled vegetables creates a simple yet fulfilling morning meal. Give it a try, and we hope you enjoy the wonderful blend of flavors in this miso soup!

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Mapo Tofu with Spinach and Mushroom

Mapo Tofu with Spinach and Mushroom

Mapo Tofu with Spinach and Mushroom is a healthy one-dish meal. Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐, more commonly known as Mabo Tofu in Japan) is originally from China, but it’s been well adapted in Japan. This is a variation of our home cooked Mabo Tofu with added spinach and mushroom. You can serve it over rice, and it becomes an easy and nutritious meal by itself. This is a perfect dinner to serve on a busy weekday.

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Potato Gratin with Creamy Tofu Sauce

Potato Gratin with Creamy Tofu Sauce

This potato gratin is made with a delicious creamy Tofu sauce. Typically, gratins feature Béchamel white sauce, but in this recipe, the sauce primarily consists of pureed silken tofu. It offers a healthier alternative with fewer calories while being rich in protein and various nutrients inherent in Tofu. A modest amount of butter and milk, combined with cheese of course, effectively mask the soy flavor of Tofu. Whether scaled up for a crowd in a large baking dish or prepared in a single-serving dish, this versatile dish caters to everyone. Serving it piping hot from the oven is ideal for chilly days. Hope you like it!

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Miso Soup with Kimchi and Tofu

Miso Soup with Kimchi and Tofu

Today’s miso soup is made with kimchi and tofu. This miso soup is inspired by Korean Kimchi soup or Kimchi Jjigae, but it is not the authentic Korean soup. It’s rather a simple Japanese miso soup with kimchi in it. It’s lighter and milder than jigae (Korean stew).

You can have the soup simply as it is, or add some thinly sliced pork, seafood, or eggs to make it heartier.

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Soba Salad with Fried Tofu Croutons

Soba Salad with Fried Tofu Croutons

Cold Soba buckwheat noodles are the best food in summer when it’s too hot and you have no appetite. They are cold, delicious, and nutritious. In this recipe, we add green vegetables, so it’s even healthier! Fried Tofu croutons are crunchy, packed with protein, and a good alternative to bready croutons. This also uses all plant-based ingredients, so safe to eat for vegetarians. If you want to make it ahead, prepare greens and soba separately, and don’t mix with the dressing until just before you eat. That way the dish stays fresh, not soggy. Hope you like it!

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Miso Soup with Tofu and Onion

Miso Soup with Tofu and Onion

Today’s miso soup is made with tofu, brown and green onions. Tofu is probably the most commonly used ingredients for miso soup. Tofu with wakame seaweed and/or green onion are served at many Japanese restaurants. We added sliced brown onion to a typical tofu miso soup in this recipe. Thinly sliced brown onion adds sweetness to the broth. If you are tired of a typical tofu miso soup, try adding brown onion for a change!

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6 Summer Japanese Recipes

Hiyashi Chuka / Cold Ramen

With summer so hot everywhere these days, you feel like eating more cold food than ever. Japanese people know how to deal with brutal summer climate and therefore know how to cool down with food. These are some of the best summer Japanese dishes that are nice and cold, and you can eat them when you don’t have much appetite from the draining heat.

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