Fresh Bean Curd With Sweet Scallion Sauce

1. 1

   To make the bean curd, heat a wok or heavy skillet over high heat for 30 seconds.

2. 2

   Turn the heat very low.

3. 3

   Add the pine nuts and spread in a single layer.

4. 4

   Cook, stirring often with a spatula, until the nuts turn brown, about 12 minutes.

5. 5

   Set aside.

6. 6

   To make the sauce, heat a wok or heavy skillet over medium heat.

7. 7

   Add the scallion oil, soy sauce, broth and sugar.

8. 8

   Stir clockwise (to avoid spattering) until all ingredients are well blended and begin to boil.

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   Set aside.

10. 10

    Place water in a large pot, cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

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    Add bean curd and boil for 4 minutes.

12. 12

    Drain well, cut each cake in half crosswise and place in a heated dish.

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    Whisk the sauce and pour over bean curd.

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    Sprinkle with pine nuts and scallion and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.