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Sizzling Braised Tofu with Shiitake Mushrooms and Winter Vegetables

This braised tofu with shiitake mushrooms andvegetables delivers a crispy tofu exterior, complemented by the savory depth ofsoy and oyster sauce. It's a satisfying, umami-packed dish for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound silken tofu organic preferred
  • 2 cups oil for frying
  • 1 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock or liquid from soaked dried shiitake mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce or vegetarian oyster sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 3 small slices ginger smashed with the side of a knife
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 scallions cut diagonally, separating the white and green parts
  • 4 fresh shiitake mushrooms or dried, soaked for 30 minutes
  • 1 medium carrot thinly sliced at an angle
  • 2/3 cup winter bamboo shoots fresh or canned
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • ½ cup snap peas
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Tofu: Drain the silken tofu and pat it dry. Cut it into large cubes. Heat oil in a wok or deep skillet until hot (about 350°F/175°C). Fry the tofu in batches until golden and crispy on the outside. Remove and set on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the chicken or vegetable stock, oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and salt. Stir until the ingredients are well mixed and set aside.
  • Stir-Fry Aromatics: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a clean wok or pan over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic, stir-frying until fragrant. Toss in the white portions of the scallions and cook for another minute.
  • Cook the Vegetables: Add the shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and bamboo shoots to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Add the Shaoxing wine and let it sizzle for a few seconds.
  • Simmer the Tofu and Snap Peas: Return the fried tofu to the wok along with the snap peas. Pour in the prepared sauce, gently stirring to coat the tofu and vegetables evenly. Simmer for 5 minutes until the tofu absorbs some of the sauce flavors.
  • Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is well coated.
  • Finish and Serve: Add the green parts of the scallions and give everything a final stir. Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside your favorite grain.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal
Keyword Shiitake mushrooms
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