He Hua Dou Fu Tang (lotus Blossom Tofu Soup)
This He Hua Dou Fu Tang, or Lotus Blossom Tofu Soup, is a delicate and flavorful dish that is a staple in Chinese Aristocrat Cuisine. The name "Lotus Blossom" comes from the beautiful way the tofu is sliced and arranged in the soup, resembling the petals of a lotus flower.
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1/2 cup of sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1/4 cup of sliced bamboo shoots
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon of cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons of water
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess water, then slice it into thin rectangles.
- In a pot, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer and add the soy sauce, sesame oil, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, green onions, and ginger.
- Gently add the tofu slices to the simmering broth and let them cook for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then stir it into the soup to thicken the broth slightly.
- Serve the soup hot, making sure to arrange the tofu slices in the shape of a lotus blossom in each bowl.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Pot Bowl Serving bowls
Tools
Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Lotus Blossom Tofu Soup with a side of steamed white rice and some pickled vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a more elegant presentation, use a small cookie cutter to shape the tofu slices into flower shapes before adding them to the soup.
Cost
$10