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Stav Kogan

Miso Eggplant Inari Sushi

Sweet, savory, and satisfyingly simple, these seasoned tofu pouches are stuffed with a flavor-packed mixture of sushi rice, tangy miso dressing, and tender eggplant. The perfect plant-based lunch, appetizer, or light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 pouche
Calories: 265
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • Rice Prep Time: Up to 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 15 minutesMakes 8 inari-sushi pouches
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) dried wakame
  • 2 cups (350 g) prepared Sushi Rice, any variety
  • ½ cup (150 ml) (5.1 fl oz) Miso Dressing
  • 1 cup (140 g) Miso-Pickled Eggplant, diced
  • 8 inari pouches (seasoned fried tofu)
  • If you don’t have Miso-Pickled Eggplant, substitute with an equal amount of finely diced roasted or grilled eggplant seasoned with a splash of soy sauce.
  • To prevent sticking, keep a small bowl of water nearby to periodically wet your spoon and hands while filling the pouches.
  • For extra flavor and texture, garnish the finished inari with toasted sesame seeds or finely sliced scallions before serving.
  • The rice filling can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a super-fast assembly.

Method
 

  1. Place the wakame in a small bowl and cover with cold water.
  2. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the wakame has become soft and pliable.
  3. Drain well and chop coarsely. 2.
  4. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the prepared sushi rice, Miso Dressing, Miso-Pickled Eggplant, and chopped wakame until well combined. 3. Lay the inari pouches on a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and gently blot away any excess liquid from the packaging. 4. Carefully open each pouch.
  5. Using a wet spoon to prevent sticking, add approximately 6 tablespoons (90 ml / 3 fl oz) of the rice mixture to each pouch. 5. Use the back of the spoon to pack the mixture securely into the corners of each pouch.
  6. Fold the top edges of the pouches neatly over the rice filling. 6.
  7. Arrange the filled pouches on a plate, folded-side down, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 9g

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