Steamed Bean Curd with Chinese Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Steamed Bean Curd with Chinese Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large dried Chinese black or shiitake mushrooms (1 1/2 ounces); 1 cup boiling water; 1/2 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth; 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon black soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 pound soft bean curd; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions; 10 coriander (cilantro) leaves

Servings: persons

5 large dried Chinese black or shiitake mushrooms (1 1/2 ounces)
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon black soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 pound soft bean curd
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
10 coriander (cilantro) leaves

1
In a heatproof bowl, soak the mushrooms in the boiling water for 30 minutes.
2
Drain and rinse the mushrooms.
3
Cut off and discard the stems.
4
In a small saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil.
5
Add the mushrooms, cover partially and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
6
Drain the mushrooms and cut them into 1/4-inch dice.
7
In a small skillet, toast the sesame seeds over moderate heat, shaking the pan often, until the white sesame seeds turn a light tan, about 1 minute.
8
Transfer the seeds to a plate to cool.
9
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with the black soy sauce and honey.
10
In another bowl, mash the bean curd with a fork.
11
Add the cornstarch mixture and diced mushrooms and mix well.
12
Transfer the bean curd to a 4-cup souffle dish or other deep baking dish and smooth the top.
13
Set the dish in a steamer and cover with a plate.
14
Steam the bean curd until it has set, about 15 minutes.
15
Sprinkle the bean curd with the sesame seeds, scallions and coriander leaves and serve hot.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large dried Chinese black or shiitake mushrooms (1 1/2 ounces), 1 cup boiling water, 1/2 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth, 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Steamed Bean Curd with Chinese Mushrooms falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Steamed Bean Curd with Chinese Mushrooms

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