Jimami Tofu
Japanese

Jimami Tofu

A silky tofu-like dish made from peanuts and sweet potato starch, served with a savory soy sauce and wasabi dressing.

Medium45 min

Where it comes from

Jimami Tofu is a traditional Okinawan dish, reflecting the island's agricultural heritage with peanuts, a staple crop, and the influence of Ryukyu kingdom's culinary practices.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Blend peanuts with water to create a smooth mixture, then strain to obtain peanut milk.

  2. 2

    Mix peanut milk with sweet potato starch and salt, then heat until thickened.

  3. 3

    Pour into molds and let it set in the refrigerator.

  4. 4

    Prepare a dressing using soy sauce, wasabi, and bonito flakes.

  5. 5

    Serve the chilled tofu with the dressing drizzled on top.

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