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Braised Tofu

Cost $8, save $12

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 1 block tofu
    • 🧅 1/4 onion

  • Seasonings

    • 3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp sugar or syrup
    • 3 tbsp chili powder
    • 1/2 tbsp shrimp paste
    • 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
    • 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
    • 1 tbsp chopped green onion
    • 🧄 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
    • 1/2 cup water

STEPS

1

Cut the tofu into thick, large slices and pan-fry until golden on both sides.

2

Prepare the sauce by mixing all seasonings except water.

3

Layer the tofu in a pot and place onion slices on top, then pour the sauce over each layer.

4

Add 1/2 cup water to the sauce bowl to collect remaining seasoning and pour it into the pot.

5

Simmer on low heat with the lid on, occasionally tilting the pot to spoon the sauce over the tofu.

6

Once the tofu absorbs the sauce and becomes tender, the dish is ready to serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

150

Calories

  • 10g
    Protein
  • 12g
    Carbs
  • 6g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

For a vegetarian version, replace shrimp paste with miso or soy sauce.Pair this dish with steamed rice for a complete meal.Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.