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Easy Tofu Soup

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Easy tofu soup is a simple vegetarian soup that comes together quickly in the Instant Pot. With the pressure cooker, you can make this just about any night of the week for a healthy, flavor packed treat you can feel good about serving to your family. With a carefully chosen blend of Asian flavors and a bright medley of veggies, your family will happily eat it anytime!

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Is Tofu Soup healthy?

Tofu soup is packed with nutrients thanks to a lot of veggies, each with their own set of nutrients, protein from the tofu, and healthy oils. You can feel confident feeding this soup to your hungry family.

What makes it even better is that it does not taste like healthy food- even though it is! It has a savory flavor that will satisfy your picky eaters.

Easy Tofu Soup

What does Tofu Soup taste like?

Tofu soup is an Asian inspired soup with flavors you might expect in Chinese, Korean, or Japanese cooking with a balanced umami flavor with just a touch of heat. 

It is loaded with veggies, which makes the soup a healthy and filling soup that the whole family will enjoy. You can add additional veggies if you like for more flavor and nutrients too!

Tofu Soup Ingredients

When you make tofu soup recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients on hand:

  • Oils - We use both olive oil and sesame oil, which adds some additional flavor to the soup.
  • Scallions - You could use shallots if you prefer.
  • Aromatics - We use both garlic cloves and ginger root for an enticing aroma and flavor combination.
  • Soy sauce - For a gluten free option, use tamari.
  • Salt to taste 
  • Vegetable broth - You could use miso or mushroom broth if you prefer.
  • For heat - We add both black pepper and red chili for some added spiciness.
  • Cilantro - This adds some freshness to the soup.
  • Mushrooms - You can use your preferred variety. 
  • Zucchini - You can use yellow or green.
  • Spinach - If you like, you could sub in baby kale.
  • Broccoli florets 

Instant Pot Tofu Soup

To make tofu soup in the Instant Pot, follow these instructions:

  1. First, press the tofu to release all the water using a tofu press.
  2. Next, heat oil in the Instant Pot using the saute mode.
  3. Throw in the red chili,  ginger, and garlic and then stir until aromatic.
  4. Next, throw in the mushrooms and saute until they sweat. Then, add the zucchini, broccoli, black pepper, tofu, soy sauce, and vegetable broth to the pot.
  5. Taste the liquid to see how salty the broth is, if needed add salt.
  6. Next, close the lid, seal the vent, and pressure cook for 5 minutes followed by a natural pressure release.
  7. Once cooked, open the lid carefully, add the spinach and lemon juice.  

To serve, pour the soup into bowls and then garnish with scallions, cilantro, and sesame oil.

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Tofu Soup Recipe

How to make Tofu Soup on stove top

When you want to make tofu soup on the stove top, follow these instructions:

  1. First, press the tofu to release all the water using a tofu press.
  2. Next, heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the red chili,  ginger, and garlic and then stir until aromatic.
  4. Next, throw in the mushrooms and saute until they start to sweat. Add the zucchini, broccoli, black pepper, tofu, soy sauce, and vegetable broth to the pot.
  5. Taste the liquid to see how salty the broth is, if needed add salt.
  6. Next, place a lid on the pot, turn the heat down, and allow the soup to simmer for 30 minutes.
  7. Once cooked, open the lid carefully, add the spinach and lemon juice.  

To serve, pour the soup into bowls and then garnish with scallions, cilantro, and sesame oil.

Instant Pot Tofu Soup Recipe

Pro Tips to make the tofu soup

When you want to make the best tofu in soup, follow these simple tips and tricks for the best results:

  • Make sure to press the tofu to remove as much of the liquid as possible.
  • For best results, use firm tofu so it retains its shape when cooking.
  • Make sure to add additional veggies if you like for added flavor and nutrients.
Instant Pot Tofu Soup

FAQs

Why use tofu in soup?

Tofu adds some additional flavor and texture to the soup, and it is also a great, vegan source of protein. When you add protein to a soup, it helps to make it more filling and bit more of a full meal.

What is the best tofu for soup?

When you make tofu soup, you will want to use firm tofu. This has the best texture for the soup and will hold its shape well.

How to prepare Tofu for Soup 

When you use tofu for soup - or most applications - you should press it using a tofu press or towels and a heavy weight or pan. The more moisture you can squeeze out, the better the tofu!

Tofu Soup

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tofu soup recipe

Easy Tofu Soup Recipe

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Easy tofu soup is a simple vegetarian soup that comes together quickly in the Instant Pot. With the pressure cooker, you can make this just about any night of the week for a healthy, flavor packed treat you can feel good about serving to your family. With a carefully chosen blend of Asian flavors and a bright medley of veggies, your family will happily eat it anytime!

Ingredients

  • Olive oil 1 tbsp
  • Sesame oil 1 tbsp
  • Scallions 3, finely sliced
  • Garlic cloves 6, finely chopped
  • Ginger root, 2 inches, finely chopped
  • Soy sauce or tamari 2 tbsp
  • Salt to taste (depending on how salty the broth is)
  • Miso / Mushroom / Vegetable broth 4 cups
  • Black1pepper ½ tsp
  • Red chili, chopped 1 (optional)
  • Cilantro, a handful chopped
  • Mushrooms 8 oz, sliced
  • Zucchini 1, sliced 1/4“thick
  • Spinach 2 handfuls
  • Broccoli florets 1 cup
  • Extra firm tofu 8 oz, cut into cubes.
  • Lemon juice 2 tsp

Instructions

Instant Pot Tofu Soup

  1. First, press the tofu to release all the water using a tofu press.
  2. Next, heat oil in the Instant Pot using the saute mode.
  3. Throw in the red chili,  ginger, and garlic and then stir until aromatic.
  4. Next, throw in the mushrooms and saute until they sweat. Then, add the zucchini, broccoli, black pepper, tofu, soy sauce, and vegetable broth to the pot.
  5. Taste the liquid to see how salty the broth is, if needed add salt.
  6. Next, close the lid, seal the vent, and pressure cook for 5 minutes followed by a natural pressure release.
  7. Once cooked, open the lid carefully, add the spinach and lemon juice.  

To serve, pour the soup into bowls and then garnish with scallions, cilantro, and sesame oil.

How to make Tofu Soup on stove top

When you want to make tofu soup on the stove top, follow these instructions:

  1. First, press the tofu to release all the water using a tofu press.
  2. Next, heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the red chili,  ginger, and garlic and then stir until aromatic.
  4. Next, throw in the mushrooms and saute until they start to sweat. Add the zucchini, broccoli, black pepper, tofu, soy sauce, and vegetable broth to the pot.
  5. Taste the liquid to see how salty the broth is, if needed add salt.
  6. Next, place a lid on the pot, turn the heat down, and allow the soup to simmer for 30 minutes.
  7. Once cooked, open the lid carefully, add the spinach and lemon juice.  

To serve, pour the soup into bowls and then garnish with scallions, cilantro, and sesame oil.

Notes

  • Make sure to press the tofu to remove as much of the liquid as possible.
  • For best results, use firm tofu so it retains its shape when cooking.
  • Make sure to add additional veggies if you like for added flavor and nutrients.
  • Nutrition Information
    Yield 4 Serving Size 1
    Amount Per Serving Calories 324Total Fat 19gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 12gCholesterol 25mgSodium 1485mgCarbohydrates 22gFiber 6gSugar 6gProtein 21g

    All information and tools presented and written within this site are intended for informational purposes only. We are not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information on TheBellyRulesTheMind.net should only be used as a general guideline. This information is provided as a courtesy and there is no guarantee that the information will be completely accurate. Even though we try to provide accurate nutritional information to the best of our ability, these figures should still be considered estimates.

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