Tuna is probably the most versatile and useful tinned food for cooking. My tip is to use the oil or juice that comes with the tuna- it’s full of umami.This dish, tuna shiraae, is made by mixing tuna with mashed tofu, sesame paste, sugar, soy sauce, and okra. I used deep-fried tofu for extra texture and a satisfying bite.

Tuna is probably the most versatile and useful tinned food for cooking. My tip is to use the oil or juice that comes with the tuna- it’s full of umami.
This dish, tuna shiraae, is made by mixing tuna with mashed tofu, sesame paste, sugar, soy sauce, and okra. I used deep-fried tofu for extra texture and a satisfying bite.

INGREDIENTS (serve2)

• 1 can(80g) tuna (preferably packed in oil)
• 150g deep-fried tofu
• 6 okra (about 60g)
• 1Tbsp sesame paste
• 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1tsp sugar

Method

1. Cut the deep-fried tofu in half, wrap it in kitchen paper, and place it on the heatproof plate. Microwave (600w) for 1 1/2 minutes, uncovered. Pat dry with kitchen paper to remove excess moisture.
2. Transfer the tofu to a bowl, mash with a folk. Add the oil from the tuna can, sesame paste, soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well.
3. Bring a pot of water to the boil. Blanch the okra for 30 seconds, then drain and cool under running water. Squeeze out excess water and cut into bite-sized pieces.
4. Add the tuna and okra to the tofu mixture. Toss to combine and serve.