Chinese-style Sautéed Tofu

Description

Serves 4 to 6.

Ingredients

• 4 (3-inch square) pieces tofu
• 4 cups oil
• 3 ounces ground pork
• 1 teaspoon minced ginger
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon hot bean paste
• 1½ teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ cup soup stock
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• chopped green onions (for garnish)

Procedures

1. Cut tofu into 1½-inch square pieces, then cut each piece into 2 triangles. Pat dry.
2. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet.
3. Fry tofu until golden brown.
4. Remove tofu from pan and remove oil, leaving only 2 tablespoons.
5. Add ground pork to skillet; fry until pink is gone.
6. Add bean paste, garlic and ginger.
7. Add soup stock, then add browned tofu.
8. Cover and cook over low heat for 2 minutes.
9. Add salt and sugar; bring to a low boil.
10. Make a paste of cornstarch and water; add to mixture and stir until thickened.
11. Serve garnished with green onions.