Green Bean Shiraae (Mashed Tofu Salad)

Name: Green Bean Shiraae (Mashed Tofu Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: ½ lb green beans; 1 tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt (use half the amount or the same weight for table salt) ((for blanching)); 1 tsp soy sauce ((for seasoning green beans)); 7 oz medium-firm tofu (momen dofu) ((½ block)); 4 Tbsp toasted white sesame seeds; 1 Tbsp sugar; 2 tsp miso ((I use white miso but any type works)); ⅛ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt (use half the amount or the same weight for table salt)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:5min

Green Bean Shiraae or Mashed Tofu Salad is a classic Japanese side dish made of tender green beans, creamy tofu, nutty sesame seeds, and savory white miso. This vegan-friendly salad is super easy to make and can be on your dinner table in no time!

Updated at: Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:28:54 GMT