Golden Crispy Tofu

Golden Crispy Tofu

This savory **Golden Egg Yolk Tofu Stir-Fry** is a mouthwatering dish that combines crispy tofu cubes with a rich, umami-packed egg yolk sauce. Perfectly golden-brown tofu is stir-fried until crispy, then coated in a fragrant mixture of mashed egg yolks, garlic, and light soy sauce for an irresistible depth of flavor. The key to this dish is slow-cooking the tofu for a crispy exterior while keeping it tender inside, then blending it with the creamy, savory egg yolk mixture for a luscious texture. Finished with fresh scallions, this quick and easy recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve it over steamed rice to soak up every bit of the delicious sauce—each bite is a perfect balance of crispy, creamy, and savory goodness! Ideal for busy weeknights or a flavorful vegetarian option.

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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tofu
200g
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egg yolks
2 pieces

The aromatics

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garlic
2 cloves
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scallions
2 stalks

The sauce & seasonings

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oil
2 tbsp
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light soy sauce
1 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Cut the tofu into small cubes and mash the egg yolks with a spoon.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add the tofu cubes; cook slowly.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Remove the tofu from the pan when both sides are golden brown and set aside.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Use the remaining oil in the pan to stir-fry the garlic and mashed egg yolks over low heat, pressing the egg yolks with a spatula until they are fragrant and bubbly.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Add the cooked tofu cubes to the pan.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Mix everything together, add light soy sauce to taste, and stir-fry briefly to ensure each tofu cube is coated with the savory egg yolk mixture. Sprinkle with chopped scallions before serving.

8. Step 8

Step 8
The dish is now ready.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Serve the sauce from the bottom of the plate over rice and enjoy!

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