Asian Slaw with Tofu & Shiitake Mushrooms
A simple slaw is given an Asian twist with bok choy, napa cabbage and a soy-wasabi dressing. The vibrant flavors and rich textures make this a great introduction to tofu for novices and skeptics.
Prep Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4 servings, about 2 cups each
Ingredients
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1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
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2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 teaspoon wasabi powder, (see Note)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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12 ounces firm silken tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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4 cups lightly packed shredded napa cabbage, (see Ingredient note)
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2 cups lightly packed shredded bok choy, (see Ingredient note)
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2 tablespoons canola oil
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2 cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps
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2 teaspoons sesame oil
Directions
1.
Whisk soy sauce, lemon juice, wasabi powder and garlic in a medium bowl. Gently stir in tofu. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2.
Place cabbage and bok choy in a large serving bowl.
3.
Drain the tofu, reserving the marinade. Heat canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sesame oil; cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Add the tofu; cook, stirring often, until the tofu is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
4.
Spoon the tofu mixture over cabbage. Add the reserved marinade to the pan and bring to a boil, stirring. Pour the hot marinade over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Tips:
Note: Wasabi, a fiery condiment similar to horseradish, is made from the root of an Asian plant. It is available, as both a paste and a powder, in specialty stores and Asian markets.
Ingredient Notes: Look for heads of napa that are tight, without any browned leaves.
The best bok choy has large dark green leaves and small white stems--more leaf and less stem makes for a less bitter taste.
Nutrition information
Calories 178, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 6 g, Sodium 598 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, Potassium 330 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin C 63%. Exchanges: Vegetable 2,Medium-Fat Meat 1,Fat 2.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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