Father's Flavor Tofu
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Father's Flavor Tofu

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Easy
person 4 servings
Recipe
Father's Flavor Tofu

About This Recipe

This savory Old Tofu with Garlic Sprouts and Pork is a hearty, aromatic dish that brings together the firm texture of old tofu, tender pork, and the fresh bite of garlic sprouts. The tofu is pan-fried to golden perfection, creating a crispy exterior while staying soft inside. Marinated pork slices add richness, while garlic sprouts, red pepper, and fragrant spices like ginger, Sichuan pepper, and bean paste create layers of bold, umami flavor. A quick stir-fry locks in the vibrant taste, finished with a glossy sauce that coats every ingredient. Perfect for a comforting meal, this dish balances spice, savoriness, and a hint of sweetness—ideal served over steamed rice for a satisfying home-cooked experience.

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • old tofu 200g
  • pork 100g
The aromatics
  • garlic sprouts 100g
  • red pepper 50g
  • ginger 10g
The sauce & seasonings
  • bean paste 2 tbsp
  • Sichuan pepper 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare the ingredients, including the old tofu, garlic sprouts, red pepper, ginger, and pork. The old tofu is a type of tofu that is firm and not easy to break.
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Step 2
Step 2
Cut the old tofu into thick slices, smash and cut the garlic sprouts into small segments, separate the garlic head and leaf parts, cut the red pepper into small pieces, and cut the ginger into small pieces. Slice the pork and marinate it with salt and cornstarch. Mix cornstarch and flavor enhancer in a small bowl to make a sauce.
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat oil in a wok, and when the oil is 20% hot, add the tofu slices one by one. Fry the tofu over medium heat until it is golden brown on both sides. To ensure even heating, occasionally shake and tilt the wok.
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Step 4
Step 4
Clean the wok, add new oil, and stir-fry the pork slices until they are scattered, then set them aside in a bowl.
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Step 5
Step 5
Heat the remaining oil in the wok, add the garlic head, ginger, bean paste, red pepper, and Sichuan pepper, and stir-fry until fragrant. From this step, you can use high heat throughout.
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Step 6
Step 6
Add water to the wok, bring to a boil, add the fried tofu, and continue to simmer. Adjust the seasoning with salt and sugar during the process.
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Step 7
Step 7
Cook until there is only 1/3 of the soup left, add the pork slices and cook together. When there is only a small amount of soup left, add the sauce and stir-fry, then sprinkle the garlic sprouts and stir-fry briefly. Remove from heat and serve.
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Step 8
Step 8
A delicious home-cooked dish with a golden color.

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