MEMBER RECIPE
Buddhist Tofu Soup Recipe
Difficulty: Easy |
Total Time:
40 minutes
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Active Time:
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Makes:
4 servings
The Chinese Buddhists are very strict vegetarians, but they savor each bite and are not opposed to a succulent delight like this dish. Beware of attachment to this dish when consumed, as you will want more and more. From my cookbook What a Wonderful World found at www.crossingculturescusine.com
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lb. firm tofu, cut in 1/2" cubes
- 4 tsp. sesame oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 small zucchini, but in ¼" slices
- 1 cup chinese cabbage, cut in 1" strips
- 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp. fresh ginger root, grated
- 1/8 tsp. Thai chillies
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a medium bowl mix the first 3 ingredients with 2 tbsp. of vegetable stock.
- Add tofu and oil and blend well.
- Pour the rest of the stock together with the tofu in a large pot and bring to a boil.
- Add zucchini and simmer for 2 min.
- Add Chinese cabbage and simmer for 2 min.
- Add cilantro and ginger and chillies.
- Serve.
- Note: Any kind of vegetable may be used in this soup.
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