Apple Tofu Salad (apple Shira-ae Salad)
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Better Homes and Gardens
Serves 6 peopleCategories: Salad- Salad Dressings- Slaw
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz.) block firm tofu
- 2 oz. French green beans (haricots verts)
- 1 apple, cored
- 4 tsp. sugar
- 1/4 tsp. vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 6 Romaine lettuce leaves
Directions
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Cut block of tofu into halves lengthwise. Place on several layers of paper towels, cover with additional paper towels and heavy skillet. Let stand 30 minutes, pressing down occasionally.
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Place green beans in boiling water and cook 1 minute. Remove from water and place in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Pat dry and cut into 1/4 inch dice. Dice apples and place in a bowl of salted water to they won’t brown.
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Combine drained tofu, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce and mustard in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth.
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Drain apples and combine with green beans and tofu mixture. Stir well. Spoon into Romaine leaves and place on salad plates.