Shandong Style Braised Tofu With Vegetables

Shandong Style Braised Tofu with Vegetables is a classic dish from Shandong Cuisine, known for its bold flavors and use of fresh ingredients. This vegetarian dish is a perfect balance of savory and umami flavors, with a satisfying mix of tofu and colorful vegetables.

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Shandong Style Braised Tofu With Vegetables

Ingredients

  • 1 block of firm tofu, cut into cubes
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup snow peas
  • 4 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame oil for drizzling
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut into cubes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Set aside.
  3. Heat some oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté garlic, ginger, and green onions until fragrant.
  5. Add carrots, bell pepper, snow peas, and shiitake mushrooms. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
  6. Pour in the sauce mixture and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Return the tofu to the pan and gently stir to coat with the sauce. Let it simmer for a few more minutes.
  8. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the pan, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  9. Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
12g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pan Cutting board Knife Bowls Measuring spoons Whisk Serving dish

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Shandong Style Braised Tofu with Vegetables over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the tofu cubes in the sauce mixture for 15-20 minutes before cooking.

Cost

$15