Ginger Tofu Delight with Pak Choi
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Prep Time20 Mins
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Cook Time15 Mins
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Total Time35 Mins
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DifficultyEasy
If you think tofu is bland, this recipe will change your mind!
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Tofu:
- Gently prick a few holes in the tofu using a toothpick. This helps the marinade soak in for better flavor.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
Make the Marinade:
- In a bowl, mix together Shaohsing rice wine, rice vinegar, grated ginger, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and brown sugar.
- Toss the tofu cubes in the marinade and let them sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Stir-Fry the Pak Choi:
- Heat a wok over high heat and add 1 tbsp of groundnut oil.
- Once the oil starts to smoke, add the sliced ginger and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Add the pak choi leaves and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
- Splash a small amount of water into the wok to create steam, then cover and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the leaves wilt and the stems are tender yet crunchy.
- Season with salt, then transfer to a serving dish.
Cook the Tofu:
- Rinse the wok under cold water, then reheat it and add the remaining 1 tbsp of groundnut oil.
- When the oil is hot, add the marinated tofu pieces (keep the marinade liquid aside).
- Stir-fry for 5-10 minutes, being careful not to break the tofu as you toss it to brown all sides evenly.
- Once browned, season the tofu with the reserved marinade liquid, and allow it to bubble and reduce slightly.
- Sprinkle over the dried chili flakes and toss well to combine.
Serve:
- Spoon the tofu mixture onto the pak choi and serve immediately with cooked jasmine rice.
Enjoy your delicious Ginger Tofu Delight with Pak Choi!