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Simmered Beef and Tofu
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Simmered Beef and Tofu

A recipe for Simmered Beef and Tofu. Thinly sliced beef, firm tofu, and green onions are simmered in a light sweet and salty sauce similar to sukiyaki.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 1 block tofu firm, 8 ounces / 250 grams
  • 4 green onion scallions, thin
  • 5 ounces beef thinly sliced, 125 grams
For the simmering liquid:
  • 2/3 cup kombu dashi stock 160 milliliters
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce Koikuchi, regular soy sauce, 37 milliliters
  • 2 tablespoons raw sugar 25 grams
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sake 22 milliliters

Instructions

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  1. Cut the tofu into 8 pieces. Slice the green onions into 3 inch (8 centimeter) diagonal pieces.
  2. Put all the simmering liquid ingredients in a pan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  3. Add the tofu and simmer for about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the beef and simmer for a further 3 minutes.
  5. Add the green onions at the end, and simmer briefly.
  6. Serve immediately or allow to cool slightly and serve with plain rice or as a snack while drinking.