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Keto Shiitake Mushroom and Tofu Stew
Jon Simon

Keto Shiitake Mushroom and Tofu Stew | Keto & Diabetic-Friendly

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A light yet satisfying Asian-inspired stew with umami-rich shiitake mushrooms, silky tofu, and crisp vegetables in a miso-ginger broth. Plant-based, low-carb, and ready in 40 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Japanese
Calories: 280

Ingredients
 
 

  • 14 oz firm tofu pressed and cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms sliced, stems removed
  • 2 cup baby bok choy roughly chopped
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 4 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoon tamari gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon miso paste
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum optional, for thickening

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add shiitake mushrooms and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, tamari, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  4. Add tofu cubes and simmer 10 minutes. If using xanthan gum, sprinkle evenly over the surface and stir gently to thicken the broth.
  5. Add bok choy and snap peas, cook 5 minutes until just tender. In a small bowl, dissolve miso paste in 2 tablespoons of hot broth, then stir into the stew. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

Net Carbs: 4g per serving (7g carbohydrates − 3g fiber).
Substitutions: Use coconut aminos instead of tamari for a slightly sweeter, soy-free version. Add a drizzle of chili oil or a teaspoon of sriracha for heat. Edamame can replace snap peas for extra protein.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Tofu absorbs broth over time, which intensifies flavor.
Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat. Do not boil after adding miso, as high heat destroys its beneficial probiotic properties.

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