Mashed Tofu Salad (Shira-ae)

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   Drain the tofu and wrap in paper towels to absorb excess water.

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   Puree in a food processor until smooth, then transfer to a bowl and set aside.

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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   Fill a bowl with ice water.

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   Cook the spinach in the boiling water until wilted, about 2 minutes, then drain and plunge it into the ice water.

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   Drain and squeeze out the excess water.

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   Toast the sesame seeds in a skillet over medium-low heat, tossing, until golden, about 3 minutes.

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   Cool, then grind in a spice grinder.

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   Stir the ground seeds, sugar, mirin, soy sauce and spinach into the tofu.

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    Season with salt.

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    Per serving: Calories 277; Fat 15 g (Saturated 2 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 285 mg; Carbohydrate 16 g; Fiber 7 g; Protein 25 g

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    Photograph by Yunhee Kim

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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