Medium
Healthy
Zen Longevity Stew
Embrace wellness with this Zen Longevity Stew, a nourishing, plant-based dish inspired by Asian longevity diets, packed with wholesome ingredients to promote vitality and balance.
45
Total Minutes
4
Servings
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Cooking Times
15 min
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
Ingredients (10 items)
1.00 cup
Shiitake mushrooms
sliced
0.50 lb
Tofu
firm, cubed
2.00 cups
Bok choy
chopped
1.00 medium
Carrot
sliced
1.00 tbsp
Ginger
fresh, grated
3.00 cloves
Garlic
minced
2.00 tbsp
Miso paste
white or yellow
6.00 cups
Vegetable broth
low-sodium
1.00 medium
Sweet potato
cubed
2.00
Green onion
sliced, for garnish
Instructions (7 steps)
1
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2 minutes
2
Add shiitake mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5 minutes
3
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
4
Add sweet potato and tofu cubes, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
15 minutes
5
Stir in miso paste until fully dissolved, then add bok choy and simmer for 5 minutes.
5 minutes
6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions before serving.
7
Serve hot for a comforting, longevity-promoting meal.