Quick & Healthy Hot Pot: Fried Tofu, Mizuna & Beef Shigureni

Updated at: 25/12/2024

Craving a comforting yet healthy meal that's quick to prepare? Look no further than this vibrant and flavorful Fried Tofu & Mizuna Hot Pot with Beef Shigureni! This recipe cleverly combines the crispy texture of pan-fried tofu with the delicate bitterness of mizuna greens, all simmered in a rich and savory beef-based broth. The addition of shigureni, a traditional Japanese simmered beef dish, adds depth and umami that elevates this hot pot beyond the ordinary. It's a perfect weeknight dinner solution, offering a balanced meal packed with protein and nutrients.

This recipe is surprisingly simple to execute, even for beginner cooks. The satisfying blend of textures and flavors will delight your taste buds, and the relatively short cooking time makes it ideal for busy schedules. Ready to dive into the deliciousness? Let's get started with the step-by-step instructions!

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Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1. Prepare the Ingredients

  • Fry until golden brown. Cut into 6 pieces. (Start browning early for extra flavor)
  • Wash, soak, and chop the wakame seaweed.
  • Wash and set aside 300g.
  • In a pot, combine 1.5 tbsp each of sake, mirin, and soy sauce, plus minced ginger. Simmer until slightly reduced.
Prepare the wakame: Wash, soak, and chop the wakame seaweed.Prepare the mizuna: Wash and set aside 300g.Make the beef shigureni broth: In a pot, combine 1.5 tbsp each of sake, mirin, and soy sauce, plus minced ginger. Simmer until slightly reduced.
Prepare the Ingredients

Step 2. Prepare the Broths and Assemble the Hot Pot

  • Combine 8 cups of water, 2 bags of shaved bonito flakes, 10g of additional bonito flakes, 3 tbsp sake, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp salt. Simmer.
  • Add the dashi to your hot pot. Add mizuna, wakame, fried tofu, and any other desired vegetables.
Make the dashi (broth for the hot pot): Combine 8 cups of water, 2 bags of shaved bonito flakes, 10g of additional bonito flakes, 3 tbsp sake, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp salt. Simmer.Assemble the hot pot: Add the dashi to your hot pot. Add mizuna, wakame, fried tofu, and any other desired vegetables.
Prepare the Broths and Assemble the Hot Pot

Step 3. Cook and Serve

  • Once the hot pot is simmering, add the cooked beef shigureni.
Add the beef shigureni: Once the hot pot is simmering, add the cooked beef shigureni.
Cook and Serve

Step 4. Garnish and Enjoy

  • Garnish with green onions, yuzu pepper, and grated daikon radish. Add ponzu sauce to taste.
Serve: Garnish with green onions, yuzu pepper, and grated daikon radish. Add ponzu sauce to taste.
Garnish and Enjoy

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Tips

  • Roasting the fried tofu adds a delicious depth of flavor.
  • Mizuna wilts quickly in the hot pot, so add it towards the end.
  • The fried tofu adds substance to this otherwise meatless hot pot.
  • This recipe is a healthy and satisfying meal.
  • The dashi (broth) is easy to make and adds a lot of flavor.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 600
  • Fat: 30g
  • Carbs: 40g
  • Protein: 50g

FAQs

1. Can I substitute the beef in the Shigureni?

Yes! Chicken or even firm tofu would work well as substitutes for the beef, adjusting cooking time as needed.

2. What if I don't have mizuna? What can I use instead?

Other leafy greens like spinach, bok choy, or even shredded cabbage would be good alternatives to mizuna. Their flavors will slightly change the overall taste, but it will still be delicious!


This Quick & Healthy Hot Pot: Fried Tofu, Mizuna & Beef Shigureni recipe offers a delicious and satisfying meal that’s surprisingly easy to make. The combination of textures and flavors is sure to become a new weeknight favorite. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this flavorful hot pot!