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Simmered Pumpkin and Fried Tofu with Sesame Miso

Cost $8, save $12

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 20 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Protein

    • 🍗 125g chicken thigh

  • Vegetables

    • 🎃 300g pumpkin

  • Soy Products

    • 🍢 150g fried tofu

  • Seasonings

    • 2 tbsp miso
    • 1/2 tbsp white sesame seeds
    • 1/2 tbsp salad oil

  • Liquid Ingredients

    • 💧 150cc water
    • 1 tbsp mirin
    • 🍬 1 tbsp sugar

STEPS

1

Trim excess fat from the chicken thigh and cut into bite-sized pieces.

2

Pat the fried tofu with a paper towel to remove excess oil and tear into bite-sized pieces.

3

Remove seeds and pulp from the pumpkin, cut into 2–3cm bite-sized pieces, and trim tough skin if necessary.

4

Heat salad oil in a frying pan over medium heat, add chicken, and stir-fry until the color changes. Add tofu and pumpkin, and stir-fry until coated with oil.

5

Add water, mirin, sugar, and half the miso (1 tbsp), mix well, cover, and simmer for 6–7 minutes. Add remaining miso (1 tbsp) and sesame seeds, mix, and cook until the liquid reduces.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

350

Calories

  • 20g
    Protein
  • 25g
    Carbs
  • 15g
    Fats

💡 Tips

Cut pumpkin into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.Adding miso in two stages enhances the depth of flavor.Use fresh sesame seeds for a stronger aroma.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.