Braised Pork with Tofu Skin

Braised Pork with Tofu Skin

This savory Chinese Bacon and Dried Tofu Stew is a rich, flavorful dish that combines smoky, salty, and spicy notes for a truly satisfying meal. The dried tofu soaks up the umami-packed broth, while the Chinese bacon adds a deep, savory richness. Blanching the tofu first ensures a tender texture without any beany aftertaste. Stir-frying the bacon with chili peppers creates a fragrant base, and slow simmering melds all the flavors together. The result is a hearty, aromatic stew with a luxurious, thick broth enhanced by scallions and a touch of chicken essence. Perfect with steamed rice, this dish highlights the perfect balance of textures and bold, comforting flavors. A must-try for lovers of authentic Chinese homestyle cooking!

10 Minutes
Medium
4 servings
Recipe Hot Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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dried tofu
200g (dry weight)
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Chinese bacon
150g

The aromatics

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chili peppers
50g (about 2-3 pieces)
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scallions
30g (half bunch)

The sauce & seasonings

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broth
200ml
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chicken essence
5ml (1 tsp)
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salt
0.5 tsp (if needed)
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pepper
0.25 tsp
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soy sauce
1 tbsp (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Soak 1 package of dried tofu in cold water for 12 hours. After the tofu has fully expanded, cut it into segments of suitable length and set aside.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Cut a moderate amount of Chinese bacon into uniform slices and set aside. Chop a moderate amount of chili peppers, remove excess water, and set aside.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Boil an appropriate amount of water in a pot, then blanch the tofu until it is cooked through. Remove the tofu from the water and set it aside. This step is to remove the beany smell from the tofu.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Heat a pot with oil, add the Chinese bacon, and pour in a ladle of broth. Cook the bacon over high heat until it is cooked through, which will help bring out its salty flavor. Once the water has evaporated, stir-fry the bacon until it is fragrant. The skin of the bacon will not become hard after being cooked in water. After the bacon is fragrant, add the chopped chili peppers and stir-fry over low heat until the chili peppers are dry and fragrant. Then, add an appropriate amount of broth, add the tofu, and pour in more broth to cover the tofu. Add an appropriate amount of salt, pepper, and soy sauce (if the Chinese bacon is salty, you can omit the salt). Cover the pot and cook over high heat for 6 minutes. At this point, you can see that the broth has become rich and thick. Continue cooking over high heat to reduce the broth until it reaches the desired consistency. Add an appropriate amount of chicken essence and scallions, stir-fry evenly, and then remove from heat.

5. Step 5

Step 5
The dish is now ready to be served.

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