Tofummus (Japanese-style Mock Hummus)

Hummus is nowadays popular worldwide, and like many of you, I’ve been a sucker for it. Creamy, versatile, and a great source of protein.

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But Umeko… sometimes I’m too lazy to take my food processor out of the drawer.

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Plus, it doesn’t really go well with Japanese meals like rice and miso soup.

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I know right? Then, this would be perfect for you!

Today I’m sharing a super-easy tofu-based mock hummus recipe I created by “Japanizing” classic hummus. Just as is, it’s an epic dip for veggies (I recommend grilled Japanese lotus and grilled eggplant).

If you make this recipe a bit more watery, it can be a yummy homemade dressing for salads, Japanese-style bowls, or just natto and rice (it may be my personal thing though).

Enjoy!

Recipe – Tofummus

・300g firm tofu, pressed overnight to remove excessive water

・30ml sesame oil (can be swapped for EV olive oil)

・30ml sesame paste/tahini

・2 tsp soy sauce

・1 tsp apple vinegar/lemon juice

・1 clove garlic

[Optional]

・some soy milk, if needed for a less firm texture

・1/2 tsp shichimi (Japanese 7-spice mix) to garnish (can be swapped for chili pepper)

・some shiso leaves (Japanese green perilla) to garnish

Mix

Put everything (except for the optional stuff) in a large bowl and mix it well until smooth. You can use a food processer to make it faster,

Have a taste

If the texture is too firm, add some soy milk little by little. If you prefer a richer flavor, add some more sesame paste.

Garnish and Serve

Garnish optional shiso leaves and shichimi

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A 24-year-old female worker born and raised in Japan.

[Backgrounds]
・Raised by a foodie family in Nagano (a rural region known for top longevity around Japan)
・1-year exchange experience in the Netherlands as a high school student
・Starting up a plant-based cooking club at college
・ Working experience in a Japanese fermented food company