How To Make Stinky Tofu
Stinky tofu has two major secrets. One is that the tofu becomes stinky, but it is not stinky. The second is the method of ingredients and the production steps of the seasoning juice. The production of the juice has always been the secret of the major chain stores and roadside stalls. If you can do both, a delicious and delicious stinky tofu is done.
INGREDIENTS
• 14 ounce block of firm tofu
• 4 Stinky fermented bean curd, mashed
• 2 green onions, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili peppers
• 2 teaspoons potato starch (halve if using cornstarch)
• 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 medium cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon parsley
• 1 teaspoon white spirit
• 1 teaspoon fennel powder
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix the water, stinky fermented bean curd, and white spirit in a large sealable container.
2. Add the tofu into the fermented bean curd water.
3. Seal the lid and put it in the refrigerator for more than 24 hours.
4. Take out the refrigerated soaked tofu and drain it. Heat wok with oil, and fry the soaked tofu until it becomes golden. Transfer it on a plate and set aside.
5. Heat wok with oil, and stir-fry garlic until fragrant. Add fennel powder, oyster sauce, 1/2 bowl of water and cooking until water boiling. Pour the soaked tofu, stir and cook for 1 minute.
6. Sprinkle with water starch and parsley on it. Transfer it on a plate. Serve.
Notes
1. If you want to eat stinky tofu with a stronger smell, you can extend the soaking time appropriately.
2. After soaking in the tofu, be sure to drain the water and fry it. When it is fried, it will not splash.
Other delicious tofu recipes:
Kung Pao Tofu
Curry Tofu
Marinated Tofu
Tofu Salad
Smoked Tofu
How To Make Stinky Tofu
Ingredients
- 14 ounce block of firm tofu
- 4 stinky fermented bean curd mashed
- 2 green onions minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili peppers
- 2 teaspoons potato starch halve if using cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
- 2 medium cloves of garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon white spirit
- 1 teaspoon fennel powder
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Mix the water, stinky fermented bean curd, and white spirit in a large sealable container.
- Add the tofu into the fermented bean curd water.
- Seal the lid and put it in the refrigerator for more than 24 hours.
- Take out the refrigerated soaked tofu and drain it. Heat wok with oil, and fry the soaked tofu until it becomes golden. Transfer it on a plate and set aside.
- Heat wok with oil, and stir-fry garlic until fragrant. Add fennel powder, oyster sauce, 1/2 bowl
- of water and cooking until water boiling. Pour the soaked tofu, stir and cook for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle with water starch and parsley on it. Transfer it on a plate. Serve.
Notes
This is so delicious and healthy!
This was awesome and easy to make. I added some thinly sliced green onion to the top. I made my neighbor jealous with how good my apartment smelled from it. I will be making this again!!
This is now my husbands most favorite dish in the whole world. The blend of flavors is just perfect!! We love it
I made this last night and it was a HIT! I thought all the textures and flavors were marvelous together, I will definitely make it again.
SUPER Good – will definitely make again!
I really love tofu and this recipe is amazing!
Mmmm, this looks great! Can’t wait to try this!
It’s one of my favorites.
I made it two nights ago and it was DELICIOUS!
I loved this post! I read your blog fairly often and you always teach me new things about plant-based cooking and eating.
This stinky tofu is great! Thanks for your recipe.
This is even tastier than it sounds!!
Looking forward to making this recipe! What should I look for to use as “white spirit?”
It is also called Michiu (rice cooking wine). You can search for it on Amazon.
Click here: https://amzn.to/2LGo2jM
Thank you so much! I have a the ingredients and am looking forward to making it today 🙂
This is our pleasure! If you have any other questions, please leave a message. We will reply to you as soon as possible. Good luck!
Sounds delicious. I bet the spicy sweet and hot sauce goes well with the tofu.
This is one of my faves! I’ve made it several times and it’s always a hit.
My son ate most of this by himself!