Taiwanese Braised Tofu

Name: Taiwanese Braised Tofu
Prep time: PT15 minutes
Cook time: PT25 minutes
Total time: PT40 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Taiwan
Ingredients: 1 block (14 oz) Firm or medium-firm tofu (pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes); 2 tablespoons Oil (for frying); 4 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon Ginger (freshly grated); 2 stalks Green onions (white and green parts separated, thinly sliced); 4 tablespoons Soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Tomato paste; 0.5 cup Water; 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry); 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional, for finishing)

A comforting and flavorful homestyle Taiwanese dish where firm tofu is pan-fried until golden and then braised in a savory, slightly sweet sauce infused with aromatics like garlic and ginger. It's a simple yet satisfying dish often served with rice.

준비 시간15 minutes

조리 시간25 minutes

총 시간40 minutes

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원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Pat the tofu cubes very dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu in a single layer and pan-fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 10-15 minutes. Remove tofu and set aside.
2
In the same skillet (add a little more oil if needed), sauté minced garlic, grated ginger, and the white parts of the green onions until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3
Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and tomato paste. Cook for about 30 seconds until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
4
Pour in the water and bring the sauce to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
5
Return the fried tofu to the skillet. Gently toss to coat the tofu with the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes, allowing the tofu to absorb the flavors.
6
Stir in the green parts of the green onions and optional sesame oil. Serve hot, preferably over steamed rice.
💡 전문가 팁: Ensure the tofu is well-pressed and dried for optimal crispiness when pan-frying.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓Using medium-firm or firm tofu is recommended for this recipe.
✓Don't overcrowd the pan when frying tofu; cook in batches if necessary.
✓Adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the sauce to your preference.

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Add other braising ingredients like shiitake mushrooms, daikon radish, or hard-boiled eggs.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
A splash of Shaoxing wine can be added with the aromatics for extra depth.