Northeast Smoked Tofu and Meat Roll
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Northeast Smoked Tofu and Meat Roll

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Northeast Smoked Tofu and Meat Roll

About This Recipe

This savory and aromatic Steamed Tofu Skin Pork Roll is a delicious fusion of tender minced pork and delicate tofu skin, infused with rich flavors. The minced pork is expertly seasoned with scallions, ginger, five-spice powder, and a hint of cooking wine, then bound with egg white and cornstarch for a silky texture. Wrapped in tofu skin and steamed to perfection, the rolls are lightly smoked with white sugar for a subtle caramelized finish. A brush of sesame oil adds a glossy sheen and keeps them moist. The result? A melt-in-your-mouth dish with a perfect balance of umami and smoky sweetness. Ideal as an appetizer or main course, this recipe brings restaurant-quality elegance to your home kitchen with simple yet impressive techniques. Try it for a flavorful, protein-packed meal that’s sure to delight!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • minced pork 200g
  • tofu skin 2 sheets (40g)
The aromatics
  • scallions 2 stalks (30g)
  • ginger 1 small piece (10g)
  • egg 1 large (50g)
  • cornstarch 2 tbsp (10g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • white sugar 2 tbsp (25g)
  • sesame oil 1 tbsp (15ml)

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Add a small amount of water to the minced pork and stir it in one direction until the water is fully incorporated. Then, add chopped scallions, ginger powder, five-spice powder, salt, cooking wine, egg white, and cornstarch, and stir in one direction until the mixture is well combined.
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Step 2
Step 2
Cut a tofu skin in half and spread the meat mixture on each half. Use a knife to smooth out the mixture.
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Step 3
Step 3
Roll up the tofu skin and secure it with toothpicks to prevent air bubbles from forming. Steam for 15-20 minutes.
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Step 4
Step 4
Place a sheet of aluminum foil in a wok and add two scoops of white sugar.
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Step 5
Step 5
Place the steamer and tofu roll in the wok.
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Step 6
Step 6
Cover the wok and heat it until smoke appears for 10 seconds. Turn off the heat and let it simmer for 1 minute, or until the tofu skin is colored.
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Step 7
Step 7
Brush the surface of the tofu roll with sesame oil to prevent drying.

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