Braised Tofu Stick

March 23, 2025 10 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

700 kcal
Calories
90g
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
Recipe Hot Dishes
Braised Tofu Stick

This savory Braised Pork with Tofu Sticks is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender pork cubes with chewy tofu sticks in a fragrant, spiced sauce. The recipe starts by soaking dried tofu sticks to achieve the perfect texture, then caramelizing pork with sugar and aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves for deep, complex flavors. High-heat stir-frying locks in the richness, while soy sauce enhances the umami taste. Simmered with garlic, ginger, and a touch of chili, the dish develops a mouthwatering aroma. Finished with fresh garlic sprouts and a sprinkle of pepper, this hearty meal balances sweetness, spice, and savory notes for an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect with steamed rice, this dish highlights the best of slow-cooked comfort food with a deliciously bold twist.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Secondary Ingredients

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

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Soak dried tofu sticks in cold water for 12 hours. The soaking time may vary depending on the quality of the tofu sticks. After soaking, cut them into suitable lengths.
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Cut the pork into small cubes. Prepare spices such as star anise, dried chili, cinnamon, bay leaves, and garlic in appropriate amounts.
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Heat a pot with oil, then add the pork cubes and stir-fry over low heat until they change color and the fat is released. Add an appropriate amount of sugar and water, and continue stir-frying over low heat until the water evaporates. Then, switch to high heat and stir-fry until the pork cubes turn caramelized. Add star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, and dried chili, and stir-fry over high heat until the water evaporates and the spices are fragrant. After the water evaporates, use high heat to caramelize the pork cubes, then add the tofu sticks and stir-fry to remove excess moisture and bean flavor. Add an appropriate amount of soy sauce and stir-fry evenly to color the dish.
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Add an appropriate amount of water to the tofu sticks, then add an appropriate amount of salt, ginger slices, and garlic. Cover the pot and simmer over high heat for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, open the lid, add an appropriate amount of pepper powder, and stir-fry evenly. Finally, add garlic sprouts and an appropriate amount of chicken essence, and stir-fry evenly until the dish is ready.
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The finished product is ready to be served.
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