Braised Lotus Root and Tofu Lunchbox recipe - ingredients, nutrition and when to eat it
This lunchbox pairs lotus root and tofu simmered in a soy sauce seasoning with rice. The lotus root is crisp, and the tofu is tender.
This lunchbox pairs lotus root and tofu simmered in a soy sauce seasoning with rice. The lotus root is crisp, and the tofu is tender. It’s easy to prepare ahead for lunch.
Lunchbox & quick meals · 25 minutes to cook
Nutrition (per 514g serving): 497.8 kcal · protein 17.1g · carbohydrate 86.8g · fat 8.2g · sodium 1231.8mg
Nutrition source: one serving calculated from an ingredient table verified against "National Integrated Food Nutrient Database (standard data)" (Korea MFDS, RDA and Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries via the Public Data Portal).
Tips: After slicing the lotus root, soak it briefly in water and drain it to help prevent browning.
Tips: When packing it for lunch, let the braise cool completely before closing the lid.
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Ingredients (1 serving)
- Rice — 1 bowl
- Lotus root — 80 g
- Tofu — 100 g
- Soy sauce — 1 Tbsp
- Sugar — 0.5 tsp
- Garlic — 1 clove
- Sesame oil — 0.5 tsp
- Sesame seeds — 0.5 tsp
- Water — 0.5 cup