Hearty Tofu & Vegetable Delight

Simple Tofu Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 pieces of yellow tofu
• 1 carrot
• 6 green beans
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 shallot
• 3/4 of a tomato
• 1 stalk of green onion (scallion)
• A handful of fresh parsley
• Salt, to taste
• White sugar, to taste
• Seasoning powder, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• Cooking oil, for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tofu and Vegetables:

   • Cut the yellow tofu into 6 equal pieces.
   • Slice the carrot and green beans to your preferred size. For a more attractive presentation, you can cut the carrot into rounds and slice the green beans lengthwise.

2. Sauté the Aromatics:

   • Finely slice the shallot, garlic, green onion, parsley, and tomato.
   • Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic, and sauté until they are fragrant and lightly golden.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

   • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the sliced vegetables to the pot.
   • Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

4. Season the Soup:

   • Season the soup with salt, white sugar, and seasoning powder according to your taste preferences. Add ground black pepper as desired.
   • Incorporate the sautéed aromatics into the pot and stir well.

5. Final Touches:

   • Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes until the flavors are well combined and the aroma is inviting.
   • Remove the pot from the heat and serve hot.

Enjoy this Simple Tofu Vegetable Soup as a comforting and nutritious dish for any meal.