🍱 Jimami Tofu

“Jimami” refers to raw peanuts, and the juice from the peanuts and “nmukuji” (=potato kudzu) are mixed with water and cooked over a stove. This dish is similar to sesame tofu and has a distinct flavor. The tofu is very firm but has a smooth and thick texture. This dish is high in calories and protein and is very nutritious. The word “Jimami” comes from the word “jimame”, which means peanut (a bean that grows in the ground). This tofu has been considered valuable since the Ryukyu Dynasty and was served on special occasions. Recently, it can be purchased at supermarkets and is considered an everyday food.