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Fragrant Marinated Tofu Strips

Fragrant Marinated Tofu Strips

Curls of tofu skin are simmered in a spiced master broth and left overnight, soaking up a fragrant, savory character with a pleasingly chewy bite.

Instructions

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    After washing the tofu skin, roll it up along one side, leaving 5 centimeters unrolled.

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    Use a knife to cut the rolled-up part into thin strips.

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    Shake apart the cut tofu strips.

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    Roll the tofu strips along the uncut part and secure them with a toothpick.

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    Put the prepared shredded tofu into the braising sauce pot.

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    Add a few red chili peppers, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn off the heat, and let it marinate overnight to absorb the flavor.

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    Take out the marinated tofu shreds.

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    Cut the tofu strips to your preferred length.

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    Place the shredded tofu into a clean small bowl, and add a tablespoon of cooking wine.

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    Add half a tablespoon of sugar and mix well.

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    If you like spicy flavor, you can add half a tablespoon of chili oil.

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    Finally, sprinkle roasted sesame seeds and mix well.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • tofu skin
    500G
  • braising sauce
    to taste
  • toasted sesame seeds
    to taste

Seasonings

  • cooking wine
    to taste
  • chili oil
    to taste
  • white sugar
    to taste