SIMMERED KABOCHA PUMPKIN AND FRIED TOFU WITH SWEET SOY SAUCE

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This is a kind of traditional Japanese nimono. It's really good for lunchboxes too. You can get Japanese kabocha pumpkin at a Japanese market, Chinese market, or another Asian market. The dish is even better the next day as leftovers (served hot or cold).

Provided by kyoko

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ kabocha squash - seeded, peeled, and cut into 2-inch cubes
2 cups prepared dashi stock
1 (10 ounce) package fried tofu, cut into 16 pieces
¼ onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons sake
3 tablespoons mirin
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Soak kabocha in a bowl of water for 15 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine kabocha squash, dashi stock, fried tofu, onion, sake, mirin, soy sauce, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Cover with aluminum foil. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until kabocha squash is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove aluminum foil carefully.
  • Cool before serving, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 914 mg, Sugar 19 g

Gulshad Vighio
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I'm not a fan of pumpkin. I think I'd skip this dish.


Kornel Lukogela
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This dish looks a little bland. I think I'd add some more spices.


Popular KS
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I'm not sure about the combination of pumpkin and tofu, but I'm willing to try it.


Saira Imran
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This dish is so easy to make, but it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Evans Ramoipone
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I love the crispy tofu in this dish.


Muugii Mj
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover pumpkin.


Noor Azam
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I've never had anything like this before. It's so unique and flavorful.


Zack Tenk
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This dish is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Daniel Farmer
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create something really special.


Etteka Glory
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This dish is a great way to warm up on a cold night. The sweet soy sauce and pumpkin really hit the spot.


Jishan Chowdhury
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to showcase kabocha pumpkin.


Nambooze Ritah
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy and delicious.


Helen Digo
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sweet soy sauce balanced out the pumpkin's sweetness perfectly.


SSG Bilal
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet pumpkin and the crispy tofu.


Ibrahim Bello
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I love the combination of textures in this dish. The kabocha pumpkin is soft and creamy, the tofu is crispy, and the sweet soy sauce adds a nice glaze.


Noman Bashir
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. I'll definitely be making it again!


Kassim Kayanda
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I've never had kabocha pumpkin before, but I'm definitely a fan now! It's so sweet and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the savory tofu and sweet soy sauce.


Natividad Gallardo
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The kabocha pumpkin was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the fried tofu was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The sweet soy sauce added the perfect finishing touch.