Deep-Fried Bean Curd Stir-Fried With Mushrooms And Broccoli

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Crispy golden tofu meets tender broccoli and earthy mushrooms in a savory, aromatic stir-fry.
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This vibrant stir-fry transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. The star is deep-fried bean curd, which develops a delightfully crisp exterior while remaining soft and custardy inside, perfectly absorbing the rich, savory sauce. Earthy dried Chinese mushrooms infuse the dish with a deep umami flavor, complementing the bright, crisp texture of fresh broccoli florets. Aromatics like ginger and onion provide a fragrant base, while a blend of light soy, hoisin, and chili sauce creates a glossy, slightly sweet, and spicy coating. It’s a comforting yet sophisticated vegan dish that pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as a hearty side dish at a family gathering, this recipe brings authentic Chinese home-cooking flavors to your table with minimal fuss.

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Deep-Fried Bean Curd Stir-Fried With Mushrooms And Broccoli

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 11.6

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This vibrant stir-fry transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. The star is deep-fried bean curd, which develops a delightfully crisp exterior while remaining soft and custardy inside, perfectly absorbing the rich, savory sauce. Earthy dried Chinese mushrooms infuse the dish with a deep umami flavor, complementing the bright, crisp texture of fresh broccoli florets. Aromatics like ginger and onion provide a fragrant base, while a blend of light soy, hoisin, and chili sauce creates a glossy, slightly sweet, and spicy coating. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting yet sophisticated vegan dish that pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as a hearty side dish at a family gathering, this recipe brings authentic Chinese home-cooking flavors to your table with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep pot for deep-frying.
  2. Cut the bean curd into 1-inch by 1.5-inch flat slices.
  3. Deep-fry the tofu slices in hot oil for 2 to 2.5 minutes until golden and firm.
  4. Remove tofu and drain thoroughly on paper towels.
  5. Soak dried Chinese mushrooms in boiling water for 30 minutes.
  6. Drain mushrooms, discard tough stems, and halve the caps.
  7. Slice the onion thinly and break broccoli into florets, cutting stems into 1-inch wedges.
  8. Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat.
  9. Stir-fry onion, ginger, broccoli stems, and mushrooms for 2 minutes to release aromatics.
  10. Add broccoli florets and vegetarian stock; stir-fry for 1.5 minutes.
  11. Cover and cook for another 1.5 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp.
  12. Uncover and pour in the sauce mixture (soy sauce, hoisin, chili sauce, sugar).
  13. Add the fried tofu and toss everything together for 1.5 minutes until coated and heated through.
  14. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 11.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 2.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 0.7g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tofu, bean curd, broccoli, mushrooms, stir-fry, chinese cuisine, vegan, vegetarian, deep fried, umami, hoisin sauce, ginger, wok, healthy, dinner, side dish
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