Persimmon and Walnut Shira-ae Mashed Tofu

1. 1

   Wrap tofu in paper towels, microwave for 1-2 minutes (no need for plastic wrap, at 500 W) in a heatproof container, and drain.

2. 2

   You could speed up the draining process by putting a weight (a small plate or the like) on top of the tofu.

3. 3

   Lightly roast the walnuts in a frying pan and finely chop.

4. 4

   Although it's not written on the ingredients list, you could use cashew nuts as well.

5. 5

   Chill the tofu from Step 1 and combine with the ingredients to make the shira-ae sauce.

6. 6

   If using a persimmon as a container, slice off the top, and hollow the inside with a teaspoon.

7. 7

   Combine the persimmon and walnuts with the shira-ae sauce.

8. 8

   Transfer to a plate and it's done.

9. 9

   In the photo, I added leftover daikon sprouts.

10. 10

    I used a hollowed persimmon on the profile photo, but with one persimmon, you can make about 3 servings in a small bowl (10 cm x 10 cm).

11. 11

    This depends on how much you drain the tofu.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.