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Fruit|Japanese Food|Seasonal Vegetables|Tofu|Winter|いちごと菜の花のかわり白和え

Strawberries and Canola Flowers with Tofu Dressing

Culinary Art Kitchen 2023.Feb.

Houraisen Junmai Daiginjo Haru no Kotobure

Ingredients

Strawberries 3-4 pieces ... Quartered
Canola Flowers 60g ... Blanch for vibrant color, cool in cold water, squeeze, sprinkle with soy sauce, pat dry, and cut into 3cm pieces
Silken tofu 80g ... Pour hot water over, wrap in a cloth, and press to drain excess water
Cream cheese 20g ... Cut into approximately 8mm cubes

Seasoning

White sesame paste 20g
Sugar 10g
Salt 1/4 teaspoon
Light soy sauce To taste

Instructions

  1. Blend the silken tofu, white sesame paste, sugar, and salt in a blender to create a smooth paste.
  2. Transfer the paste to a bowl, mix in the cream cheese, and adjust the flavor with light soy sauce.
  3. Toss the strawberries and canola flowers gently with the sesame dressing, and serve in a dish.