Pan Fried Tofu with Eggs and Chive
Here is a traditional and famous Chinese dish that offers a new take on how to enjoy tofu and eggs. These pan fried tofu smell good, look good, and taste good.
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Ingredients
INGREDIENTS FOR TOFU:
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup (14 grams) Chinese chives, finely chopped
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons (16 grams) carrots, shredded and chopped
½ teaspoon white pepper, ground
½ teaspoon cumin, ground
¼ cup cornstarch
9 ounces (255 grams) tofu, medium firm, cut into ¼ inch thick slices
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
INGREDIENTS FOR DIPPING SAUCE:
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon water
1 ½ teaspoon Kikkoman® Soy Sauce, less salt
2 teaspoon (3 grams) green onion, finely chopped
½ teaspoon (1 gram) chili pepper, freshly chopped
1 teaspoon (0.3 grams) coriander leaves, chopped
¼ teaspoon sesame seeds, whole
Instructions
- Beat the egg in a shallow bowl.
- Add chives, carrots, white pepper, and cumin. Mix well.
- Spread cornstarch onto a plate. Coat each side of tofu slices with cornstarch.
- Dip into the egg mixture.
- Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
- Place tofu slices in the hot pan and cook until both sides are golden brown, approximately 2 to 3 minutes for each side.
- Combine all the ingredients for the dipping sauce in a small bowl. Mix well.
- Serve with fried tofu as part of a light meal or as a side dish.
Cooking Tip
Add minced ginger into the egg mixture for more earthy and peppery flavors. It will taste equally delicious with or without ginger.
Recipe Contributed by FamilyCook Productions
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