Fermented Tofu Lettuce

Fermented Tofu Lettuce

This **Fermented Bean Curd Bok Choy Stir-Fry** is a bold, umami-packed dish that brings together tender greens and rich, savory flavors. The star ingredient, fermented bean curd, is mashed and blended with soy sauce for a deeply aromatic sauce that coats every leaf. Fragrant garlic and spicy chili flakes sizzle in lard for a crispy, aromatic base, while bok choy adds a fresh, crisp texture. A final drizzle of sesame oil enhances the dish with nutty richness. Quick and easy to prepare, this stir-fry is perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal. The combination of fermented bean curd’s tangy depth and the slight heat from chili flakes makes this dish irresistibly delicious—ready in minutes but packed with complex, restaurant-worthy taste. Try it for a unique twist on classic stir-fried greens!

10 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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fermented bean curd
100g

The aromatics

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bok choy
200g

The sauce & seasonings

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lard
1 tbsp
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garlic
2 cloves
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chili flakes
½ tsp
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sesame oil
1 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Take a crystal bowl, add fermented bean curd and 1 tablespoon of hot water, and mix well. Note: Wrap the fermented bean curd in plastic wrap and mash it (this makes it easier to mix).

2. Step 2

Step 2
Add soy sauce and mix well, set aside.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Wash the bok choy, pluck the tender leaves, and set aside.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Heat a wok and add lard.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Add minced garlic and chili flakes, stir-fry until fragrant.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Add the mixed fermented bean curd (from step 2), bok choy, and water, stir-fry until the vegetables are cooked, then serve.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Finally, drizzle the remaining fermented bean curd sauce (from step 2) and sesame oil.

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