Bean Curd With A Deliciously Spicy Sauce Recipe

Name: Bean Curd With A Deliciously Spicy Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp Cornstarch; 1/2 c. Vegetable stock; 1 tsp Chili paste with soy bean; 2 Tbsp. Chinese thin soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. Sesame oil; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Sugar; 2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil; 3 x Garlic cloves peeled and chopped; 1 tsp Very finely chopped ginger; 3 x Scallions very finely sliced into rounds, including 3/4 of the green; 1 lb Bean curd cut into 1-inch cubes

Servings: persons

2 tsp Cornstarch
1/2 c. Vegetable stock
1 tsp Chili paste with soy bean
2 Tbsp. Chinese thin soy sauce
1 Tbsp. Sesame oil
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Sugar
2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
3 x Garlic cloves peeled and chopped
1 tsp Very finely chopped ginger
3 x Scallions very finely sliced into rounds, including 3/4 of the green
1 lb Bean curd cut into 1-inch cubes

1
Prepare the sauce.
2
Put the cornstarch in a small bowl.
3
Slowly add in the vegetable stock, mixing as you do so.
4
Now add in the chili paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and sugar.
5
Mix again.
6
Set the sauce aside.
7
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over a medium high flame.
8
When warm, put in the garlic and ginger.
9
Stir and fry for 5 seconds.
10
Put in the bean curd.
11
Stir and fry for 1 minute.
12
Turn heat to low.
13
Stir the sauce and pour it over the bean curd.
14
Mix gently and bring to a simmer.
15
Let the sauce thicken, stirring gently every now and then as it does so.

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp Cornstarch, 1/2 c. Vegetable stock, 1 tsp Chili paste with soy bean, 2 Tbsp. Chinese thin soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Bean Curd With A Deliciously Spicy Sauce Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!