Tofu Vegetable Soup

Discovered over 2000 years ago by the Chinese, tofu is sometimes called "the cheese of Asia," because of its physical resemblance to a block of farmer's cheese. Tofu is a highly nutritious, protein-rich food that is made from the curds of soybean milk. Off-white in color, it is usually sold in rectangular blocks. Tofu is a staple in the cuisines of many Asian countries. Tofu is its Japanese name, while in China it is known as doufu.. Tofu contains a low amount of calories, relatively large amount of iron, and little fat. Tofu has been found to be a great source of calcium and vitamin E as well.

Combined with vegetables and Tofu, this delicious soup is a complete meal in itself and a bowl of warm comfort on a chilly day. ENJOY!

Ingredients:

Tofu

Organic Tofu, Medium or Soft     – 1package

Chopped Carrot                         – ¼ cup

Chopped Cabbage                      – ¼ cup

Chopped pumpkin                       -1/4 cup

Chopped broccoli florets              – 5 no

Green Chilies –                              4 no

Galangal (Tender Thai Ginger)      – 1tsp

 Thai Red chili paste                   – ½ tsp.

Butter                                       – 1 tbsp.

 Water                                        3 cups

Salt                                          to taste

Pepper  powder                          1/8 tsp

Coriander leaves                           - few

Preparation:

• Cut Tofu into 1-inch cubes.
• Cut green chilies and galangal, broccoli into small pieces..
•  Heat butter in a pot and stir fry all vegetables, chilies, ginger for few minutes.
• Then add water, chili paste and tofu. Bring to  boil. 
• Cook over medium heat about 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
• Add salt, and pepper.  Garnish coriander leaves on it.
• Serve hot.

Tofu Soup