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Tonjiru
Japanese style pork stew with tofu and vegetables
Photo of Tonjiru (a Japanese stew of pork and vegetables): a quick microwave stew recipe provided with nutrition facts for a traditional Japanese soup bowl.
[4 Servings]    Cooking time: 30 minutes
 

1/2 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced & 1 inch wide
1 cup crimini mushrooms cut in half
2 cups potatoes cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 cup carrot, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 pound tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 cups boiling water
7 tablespoons Tempura Sauce (any tempura sauce you can buy on the market) or (See Tempura Dipping Sauce)

< Garnish >
1/4 cup green onion or chives cut into 1/4-inch lengths
1 dried red pepper, coarsely chopped

Image of laying pork slices on the top of vegetables. 1. Place the vegetables in a 3-quart microwave-safe dish with the pork slices on top. Pour the boiling water over the ingredients and cover with a vented microwave lid.*

2. Cook on HIGH (1200W) for 15 – 16 minutes. When it reaches a boil, reduce the power to LOW (30%) and cook 7 – 8 minutes.

3. Pour in the Tempura Sauce, mix and spoon into heated bowls. Sprinkle with green onions and red pepper before serving.

* When using plastic wrap as a cover, poke a hole in the center to release the steam.

For how long you should cook with your microwave oven, see Cooking Time vs Wattage Conversion.
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Nutrition Facts
One serving contains:
Calories Total Fat Saturated Fat Cholesterol Sodium Carbohydrate Dietary Fiber Protein
262 8.3g 1.6g 37mg 1822mg 23.9g 2.9g 21.5g
 
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