Apple Shira-Ae Salad (Japanese Apple Salad)

This recipe is from the Doraku Restaurant, Kyoto, Japan.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu
• 2  ounces French style green beans (haricots verts)
• 1  apple, cored
• 4  teaspoons sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon vinegar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1⁄4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 6  romaine lettuce leaves

Directions

1. Cut block of tofu into halves lengthwise. Place on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels and a heavy skillet. Let stand 30 minutes, pressing down occasionally.
2. Place green beans in boiling water and cook 1 minute. Remove from water and place in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Pat dry and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Dice apples and place in a bowl of salted water so they won’t brown.
3. Combine drained tofu, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce and mustard in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth.
4. Drain apples and combine with green beans and tofu mixture. Stir well. Spoon into Romaine leaves and place on salad plates.