Vegetarian Cuisine: Tofu with Soy Bean Paste

Tofu with soy bean paste

4 Servings of Tofu with Soy Bean Paste

195 Kcal per Serving

non-GMO orgnic soft tofu (400g)

1 red chili pepper

2 cloves garlic

2 green scallions

1 Tbsp cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil

4 Tbsp crispy soy bean sauce

1 lemon 
2 Tbsp veggie broth

This is a nutritious Vegetarian dish.  Soft in texture yet high in phyto-protein content, Tofu is an excellent choice for Vegetarian. With low glycemic index, Tofu contains no cholesterol and can help reduce blood cholesterol levels, and is a great substitute for meat protein.  In addition, tofu and soy bean paste are soy products, which contain isoflavones, plant-derived compounds with estrogenic activity, that may help reduce menopause symptoms in women. 

Red chili peppers have abundant vitamins A, C, E, K as well as capsaicin, a plant compound that can stabilize blood glucose and help reduce blood low density lipoprotein and triglycerides.  Garlic has sulfur-containing allicin which is able to inhibit cholesterol synthesis, and has anti-microbial activities.  Green scallions garnish, contains thiosufinates to protect us from microbial infection and prevent colon cancer.

Above all, this is absolutely a quick-and-easy, delicious, and healthy cuisine for all.