10 Min Japanese Simmered Tofu Hot Pot Recipe

Cozy up with this incredibly quick and flavorful Japanese tofu hot pot! Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings, this recipe skips the traditional dashi broth for a simplified yet authentic taste. Enjoy the comforting warmth of homemade Japanese food in just 10 minutes! Ideal for fall and winter.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 166.3 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 10 Min Japanese Simmered Tofu Hot Pot

  • 1 (14 ounce) package soft silken tofu, drained
  • Dried Fish Flakes (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sake
  • 1 cup water
  • Egg (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 1 piece kombu (1 x 2 inch)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dashi granules (hondashi)
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • optional: red pepper flakes or shichimi togarashi

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How to Make 10 Min Japanese Simmered Tofu Hot Pot

  1. In a small pot or saucepan, combine the kombu (kelp) and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the silken tofu, soy sauce, mirin, and sake. Gently stir to combine.
  3. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the tofu is heated through and the flavors have melded. Do not boil.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the scallions and sesame oil.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra scallions or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

6g

Carbs

4g