Nutritious Tofu Jijimi with Lots of Chinese Chives

Name: Nutritious Tofu Jijimi with Lots of Chinese Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 75 grams Silken tofu; 1/2 bunch Chinese chives; 50 grams Kimchi; 20 grams Carrot; 1 Egg; 1 tbsp Sakura shrimp (tiny dried shrimp); 2 to 3 tablespoons Plain white flour; 1 tbsp Katakuriko; 1/2 tsp Dashi stock granules; 1 1/2 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Vinegar; 1 tsp Gochujang; 1 tsp Mirin; 1 dash Sesame oil

Servings: persons

75 grams Silken tofu
1/2 bunch Chinese chives
50 grams Kimchi
20 grams Carrot
1 Egg
1 tbsp Sakura shrimp (tiny dried shrimp)
2 to 3 tablespoons Plain white flour
1 tbsp Katakuriko
1/2 tsp Dashi stock granules
1 1/2 tbsp Sesame oil
1 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Vinegar
1 tsp Gochujang
1 tsp Mirin
1 dash Sesame oil

1
Wrap the tofu in paper towels and microwave for 1 minute.
2
Leave to cool down.
3
Chop the Chinese chives into 2 cm long pieces.
4
Finely julienne the carrot, and chop the kimchi finely.
5
Put the tofu and egg into a bowl and mix.
6
Add the flour and katakuriko and continue mixing.
7
Add the chopped up ingredients and mix together.
8
When it's evenly mixed, pour into a frying pan that's been heated up with sesame oil.
9
(To make 6 small pancakes, drop in spoonfuls of the batter at a time.)
10
Cook on both sides until browned over medium heat, and it's done!
11
Mix the sauce ingredients together, and serve with the pancakes.
12
You can just use ponzu sauce instead, which is more refreshing.
13
Try wrapping the pancakes in Korean nori seaweed too, which is delicious.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 75 grams Silken tofu, 1/2 bunch Chinese chives, 50 grams Kimchi, 20 grams Carrot, and more.

Yes, Nutritious Tofu Jijimi with Lots of Chinese Chives falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!