Filipino Tofu Pastil

Ingredients:

1. Tofu Mixture:
   • Extra-firm tofu, crumbled - 2 cups
   • Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
   • Ginger, grated - 1 tablespoon
   • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
   • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
   • Calories (per serving): ~180 kcal
2. Rice Bed:
   • Jasmine rice, cooked - 2 cups
   • Banana leaves (for wrapping)
   • Calories (per serving): ~200 kcal

Steps:

Step 1: Prepare Tofu Mixture

• In a bowl, combine crumbled extra-firm tofu, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 2: Cook Jasmine Rice

• Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions. Fluff the rice and let it cool slightly.

Step 3: Assemble the Pastil

• Take a portion of banana leaf, place a layer of cooked jasmine rice, and top it with the prepared tofu mixture.

Step 4: Fold and Steam

• Fold the banana leaf, creating a neat package. Secure with toothpicks if needed. Steam the Pastil for about 15-20 minutes.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

• Unwrap the banana leaf to reveal the aromatic Tofu Pastil. Serve it as a main dish or a flavorful side, savoring the fusion of textures and flavors.

Experience the cultural blend of flavors in this Tofu Pastil—a plant-based twist that pays homage to the traditional Southeast Asian dish.