Braised Firm Tofu with Bell Peppers, Peanuts, and Glass Noodles in Fermented Bean Curd Sauce

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain firm tofu and press out excess water. Cut into 2cm cubes.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine mashed fermented red bean curd, its liquid, vegetarian oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and sugar to form the sauce mixture.

3. 3

   Heat cooking oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat. Add firm tofu cubes and pan-fry until golden brown on all sides. Remove tofu and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same wok, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic, minced ginger, and white parts of scallions until fragrant.

5. 5

   Add red and green bell peppers to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.

6. 6

   Return the pan-fried tofu to the wok. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.

7. 7

   Add the soaked and drained glass noodles and roasted peanuts. Stir gently to combine.

8. 8

   Cover the wok and braise for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the glass noodles to cook through and absorb the sauce.

9. 9

   Prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water.

10. 10

    Uncover the wok. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the braised tofu mixture, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

11. 11

    Garnish with the green parts of scallions and serve hot with steamed rice.