Ingredients:
- scant 1/2 lb okra (approximately 2 cups)
- 1 stalk bac ha (giant taro), cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths (optional)
- 6 sprigs rice paddy herb (ngo om, optional)
Directions:
- For the soup, place the tofu blocks on a plate, place another plate on top, and weight with a jar or 14 to 28-ounce can. Let stand for 30 minutes. Water will be pressed out of the tofu as it stands; drain it off every 15 minutes or so. Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch cubes and set aside.
- Use your fingers to squeeze and press the tamarind to dissolve it completely and to squeeze the last of the pulp off any seeds and pith. Place a sieve over a small bowl and pour the tamarind water through. Discard any solids and set the liquid aside.
- If the okra is large, cut crosswise in 1/2 and cut off any tough tips, leaving the stems on.
- For the garnish, heat the oil in a small heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until well-browned, then remove from the heat and set aside.
- To make the soup, place the tamarind liquid and the 5 cups water in a large nonreactive pot. Bring to a vigorous boil, then add the okra (if your okra is very fresh and tender, add it later, with the tomato wedges) and pineapple. Boil vigorously for 3 minutes, then add the bac ha, if using, the sugar, salt, and tomato wedges. Bring back to a boil, then add the tofu cubes and soy sauce and cook for 2 minutes. Taste and adjust the balance of seasonings if you wish.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 466.85 Kcal (1955 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 245.13 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 27.24g | 42% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 1289.63mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 633.43mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbs | 38.66g | 13% | |
| Sugars | 24.94g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.26g | 33% | |
| Protein | 25.5g | 51% | |
| Vitamin C | 24.1mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 7.6mg | 42% | |
| Calcium | 499.2mg | 50% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 72.19 Kcal (302 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 37.91 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 4.21g | 42% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 199.43mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 97.95mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbs | 5.98g | 13% | |
| Sugars | 3.86g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.28g | 33% | |
| Protein | 3.94g | 51% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.7mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 42% | |
| Calcium | 77.2mg | 50% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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