How to Perfectly Cook Stir-Fried Dried Tofu with Peppers for a Delicious Meal?

Q: Why is blanching the dried tofu important in this recipe?
A: Blanching the dried tofu softens its texture and enhances its flavor, making it softer and more fragrant. Without blanching, the tofu can be dry and hard.

Q: Can I substitute the peppers if I don’t like spicy food?
A: Yes, you can use sweet bell peppers instead of spicy peppers to adjust the heat level to your preference.

Stir-Fried Dried Tofu with Peppers

Notes

Ingredients:
  • Dried tofu (2 pieces)
  • Spicy green peppers (3)
  • Thai chili peppers (3)
  • Green onion, ginger, garlic (as needed)
  • Oyster sauce, soy sauce (as needed)
  • TTL Fresh Chicken Sauce (as needed)
Instructions:
  1. Cut the dried tofu into strips.
  2. Finely chop the green onions and ginger, slice the garlic, and cut the spicy green and Thai peppers into diagonal slices.
  3. Boil water in a pot, blanch the dried tofu for about 1 minute, remove, and drain well.
  4. Heat oil in a pan, and sauté the green onion, ginger, and garlic until fragrant. Add the pepper slices and stir-fry until they change color.
  5. Add the dried tofu and stir well. Then add oyster sauce and soy sauce, mixing evenly.
  6. Stir in TTL Fresh Chicken Sauce, followed by a small amount of water mixed with cornstarch to thicken the sauce. Stir-fry over high heat until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients. Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Serve the dish.
  8. Enjoy the unique combination of fresh chicken sauce with dried tofu!
Nutrition:
  • Rich in protein from tofu.
  • Contains beneficial vitamins and minerals from the peppers and spices.
  • Calorie content varies based on the amount of oil and sauces used.
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