Steamed Tofu with Salted Egg Yolk
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Steamed Tofu with Salted Egg Yolk

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Steamed Tofu with Salted Egg Yolk

About This Recipe

This Salted Egg Yolk Tofu Stir-Fry is a rich, savory dish that combines creamy salted egg yolks with tender tofu and crisp vegetables for an unforgettable flavor experience. The star of the dish is the golden salted egg yolk paste, stir-fried until fluffy and aromatic, then blended with vibrant “treasure oil” extracted from carrots for a sweet, earthy depth. Paired with juicy sausage, fresh green beans, and silky tofu, every bite delivers a perfect balance of textures and umami richness. A touch of sesame oil adds a nutty finish, while a light cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce for a luscious coating. Quick to prepare yet restaurant-worthy, this dish is a must-try for lovers of bold, comforting flavors!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • salted egg yolks 3 pieces
  • tofu (inner/southern) 1 block (约400克)
The aromatics
  • carrot 1 medium (约100克)
  • sausage 1 piece (约100克)
  • green beans 100克
  • scallion 1 stalk (约20克)
The sauce & seasonings
  • vegetable oil 2 tablespoons
  • cornstarch 1 teaspoon
  • sesame oil 1 teaspoon
  • salt to taste
  • chicken essence to taste

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare 3 salted egg yolks, 1 box of inner tofu or 1 large block of southern tofu, 1 segment of carrot and 1 segment of sausage, and 1 scallion.
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Step 2
Step 2
Steam the salted egg yolks until cooked, then chop and mash them into a paste.
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat a pan with oil, add the egg yolk paste and stir-fry constantly.
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Step 4
Step 4
When the egg yolk paste is stir-fried until it bubbles up and expands in volume, it is done. Set it aside. Add a small amount of oil to the pan, add diced carrots and simmer over low heat to extract the red oil. The oil is ready when it turns a bright orange-red color, known as ’treasure oil'.
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Step 5
Step 5
Combine the stir-fried egg yolk with the treasure oil and mix well. Add green beans and sausage, stir-fry until combined. Add half a bowl of water, bring to a boil, then add diced tofu and cook until it boils. Season with a pinch of salt and chicken essence. Mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to make a slurry, then stir-fry until the slurry is well combined. Drizzle with sesame oil and serve.

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