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Braised Mushrooms and Fried Tofu Stick
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15 MIN
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This savory stir-fry combines tender five-flower pork, chewy dried tofu, and earthy wood ear mushrooms for a rich, umami-packed dish. The pork is gently stir-fried to release its flavorful fat, infusing the dish with depth, while ginger and garlic add a fragrant kick. Rehydrated tofu and wood ear mushrooms soak up the savory sauce, made irresistible with fermented bean paste, a touch of sugar, and a hint of vinegar for balance. Simmered to perfection, the ingredients meld together, creating a hearty texture and bold taste. A final drizzle of sesame oil elevates the aroma, making every bite unforgettable. Quick to prepare yet full of complex flavors, this stir-fry is a satisfying meal that highlights the best of traditional wok cooking. Perfect served over steamed rice for a comforting, delicious dinner.
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- five-flower pork 200g
- dried tofu 150g
- wood ear mushrooms 50g
The aromatics
- ginger 10g (thinly sliced)
- garlic 5g (minced)
The sauce & seasonings
- cooking oil 2 tbsp
- cooking wine 1 tbsp
- salt ½ tsp
- fermented bean paste 1 tbsp
- sugar 1 tsp
- vinegar 1 tsp
- sesame oil 1 tsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Soak the dried tofu and wood ear mushrooms in water until they are rehydrated, slice the five-flower pork, and slice the ginger and garlic.
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Step 2
Heat a wok with oil over low heat, stir-fry the five-flower pork to release its fat, then add sliced ginger and garlic, and cooking wine.
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Step 3
Add the rehydrated tofu and wood ear mushrooms separately, stir-fry until they are well combined.
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Step 4
Add an appropriate amount of water, season with salt, fermented bean paste, sugar, and vinegar, and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Step 5
Cook over high heat to reduce the sauce, drizzle with a small amount of sesame oil, and serve.
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