Planks of crispy tofu nestle up alongside rice noodles and ribbons of Swiss chard in a spiced vegetable broth that’s spiked with ginger, garlic, tamari, and star anise. It’s the perfect antidote to a cold day, a long day or just, well, any day that could use a bit of slurpable comfort without too much effort. In half an hour, you’ll have a comforting bowl of soup, plus plenty to share.
Think of this dish as a delicious, vegetable-rich soup that will warm you through to the core. And despite its lightness, it’s full of protein and fiber to fill you up too.
Keep this crispy tofu technique in your back pocket for many more dishes. Soaking the planks in tamari—rather than just sprinkling the exterior with salt—seasons each bite.