Steamed Tofu with Shrimp and Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Name: Steamed Tofu with Shrimp and Black Bean Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole fermented black beans; 1 1/2 pounds firm tofu (two 1 1/2-inch-thick squares), each cut into 8 triangles; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 24 medium shrimp (10 ounces), shelled and deveined; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup peeled and finely julienned fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup Chinese cooking wine; 1/2 cup vegetable stock; 1 teaspoon sugar; 12 cilantro sprigs

Servings: persons

1/2 cup whole fermented black beans
1 1/2 pounds firm tofu (two 1 1/2-inch-thick squares), each cut into 8 triangles
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
24 medium shrimp (10 ounces), shelled and deveined
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup peeled and finely julienned fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup Chinese cooking wine
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 teaspoon sugar
12 cilantro sprigs

1
In a bowl, cover the black beans with water and let soak for 10 minutes.
2
Drain.
3
In a wok, bring 2 inches of water to a boil.
4
Set a bamboo steamer in the wok.
5
Spread the tofu pieces on a heatproof plate and set it in the steamer.
6
Cover and steam the tofu over moderately high heat for 5 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil.
8
Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper and cook over high heat until pink and curled, about 1 minute per side.
9
Transfer to a bowl.
10
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering.
11
Add the ginger and garlic and cook over moderate heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
12
Add the black beans and stir-fry for 1 minute.
13
Add the wine, stock and sugar and simmer until slightly reduced, 2 to 3 minutes.
14
Transfer the tofu and shrimp to plates.
15
Top with the sauce and cilantro and serve.

765

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/2 cup whole fermented black beans, 1 1/2 pounds firm tofu (two 1 1/2-inch-thick squares), each cut into 8 triangles, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 24 medium shrimp (10 ounces), shelled and deveined, and more.

Yes, Steamed Tofu with Shrimp and Black Bean Sauce falls under the Seafood 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 Tofu with Shrimp and Black Bean Sauce

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