Indonesian tofo recipes
Kid-Friendly Tofu Meatball Soup
Savory Tofu Meatballs Soup (For Kids)
Ingredients:
- 2 pieces of firm tofu
- 2 beef sausages (finely chopped)
- 1/4 carrot (grated using a cheese grater)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- A pinch of salt (optional)
For the broth:
- Water
- Bouillon powder
- Celery leaves
- Green onions
- 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
- Salt to taste
- (Optional: black pepper to taste)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tofu Meatballs:
- Begin by mashing the tofu until it’s smooth. Incorporate the all-purpose flour into the tofu, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
- Add the finely chopped beef sausages and grated carrot into the tofu mixture. If desired, season with a pinch of salt. Crack in the egg and stir everything together until the mixture is uniform.
- Shape the mixture into small, round balls.
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Cook the Tofu Meatballs:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the tofu meatballs into the boiling water. Cook them until they float to the surface, indicating they are done. Remove the meatballs with a slotted spoon and set them aside to drain.
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Prepare the Broth:
- In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chopped garlic and bouillon powder, cooking until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Season the broth with salt, then add celery leaves and green onions. Adjust the seasoning to taste. If you prefer, you can add black pepper at this stage.
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Combine and Serve:
- Gently add the cooked tofu meatballs to the broth. Turn off the heat and let the flavors meld together for a few minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, and enjoy this nutritious and kid-friendly tofu meatball soup!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or seasonings to make it even more delightful for your little ones.
