Tofu
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Tofu

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
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Tofu

About This Recipe

This homemade tofu stir-fry is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender tofu cubes with savory ground beef, all coated in a rich, aromatic sauce. The tofu is first blanched to remove any beany taste, ensuring a smooth texture, then stir-fried with ginger-infused beef and a blend of umami-packed bean paste and oyster sauce. A touch of Sichuan peppercorns adds a subtle, tingling heat, while sugar balances the flavors perfectly. The tofu soaks up the delicious sauce as it simmers, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Easy to make yet packed with depth, this dish is a satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves bold, comforting flavors!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • tofu 400g
  • ground beef 200g
The aromatics
  • ginger 1 tbsp (minced)
The sauce & seasonings
  • bean paste 2 tbsp
  • oyster sauce 1 tbsp
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • sugar 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Cut the tofu into small cubes and cook in boiling water with salt for 2 minutes to remove the beany flavor, making the cooked tofu taste better. After cooking, soak the tofu in cold water to prevent it from sticking together.
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Step 2
Heat a wok with cold oil over low heat and stir-fry the ground beef until it changes color, then add minced ginger.
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Step 3
Add bean paste to the ground beef and stir-fry over low heat to bring out the color and make it more reddish.
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Step 4
Step 4
Add oyster sauce.
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Step 5
Step 5
Add Sichuan peppercorns according to your preference.
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Step 6
Add the cooked tofu and stir-fry gently to avoid breaking the tofu.
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Step 7
After stir-frying, add water to just cover the tofu and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes to allow the tofu to absorb the flavor.
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Step 8
Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning with light soy sauce according to your preference.
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Step 9
Add sugar to enhance the flavor.
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Step 10
Step 10
Finish seasoning and thicken the sauce over low heat to make it smooth.
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Step 11
A delicious homemade tofu dish is ready.

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