Tofu and Shiitake Mushroom Pate

10 servings

30 minutes

Mushroom pâté made from tofu and shiitake is a refined blend of Japanese flavors and creamy texture, perfect for light snacks and gourmet sandwiches. The dish's roots trace back to Pan-Asian cuisine, where umami mushrooms and soy products create harmonious flavor ensembles. Dried shiitake mushrooms swell in warm water to reveal their rich mushroom essence, while tofu adds tenderness to the pâté. Peanut butter adds nutty notes, and miso paste provides depth of flavor. A mix of herbs, salt, and black pepper completes the symphony of aromas. Perfectly spread on crispy crackers or toasted bread, this pâté becomes not just a snack but a true gastronomic find for lovers of Asian flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 49.6
• Proteins: 3.5g
• Fats: 1.2g
• Carbohydrates: 6.3g

Ingredients

• Tofu: 200 g
• Dried Shiitake Mushrooms: 50 g
• Peanut butter: 30 g
• White miso paste: 20 g
• Water: 50 ml
• Mixture of herbs: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Rinse shiitake and soak in warm water, leave to swell for 2-3 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried Shiitake Mushrooms: 50 g

3. Chop the swollen shiitake into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried Shiitake Mushrooms: 50 g

4. Place shiitake in a blender, add tofu, peanut butter, and miso paste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried Shiitake Mushrooms: 50 g
   • Tofu: 200 g
   • Peanut butter: 30 g
   • White miso paste: 20 g

5. Pour in water and blend everything together until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 50 ml

6. Try adding salt, pepper, and herbs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Mixture of herbs:  to taste

7. Serve the tofu and shiitake pâté on crackers or toasted bread.