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Chinese Sliced Tofu Salad
Chef's Menu Description
A delicious and authentic noodles and dumplings recipe for Chinese Sliced Tofu Salad, prepared with traditional seasonings and techniques.
Ingredients
- • 4 cups sliced tofu
- • 4 teaspoons sesame oil
- • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- • 1 carrot (shredded)
- • 1 cucumber (slices (or pepper, or celery))
- • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- • 2 teaspoons soy sauce ((or tamari for gluten-free option))
- • 1/2 teaspoon salt ((or to taste))
- • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- • 2 tablespoons homemade chilli oil ((Optional))
- • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander for garnish ((Optional))
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the sliced tofu and stir for a few seconds. Rinse the sliced tofu with tap water, drain thoroughly, and set aside to cool.
2
Phase 2
Add sesame oil and garlic into a small bowl. Heat in microwave for 30 seconds, or cook until the oil just starts to bubble and the garlic turns tender.(*Footnote 1)
3
Phase 3
Right before serving, add sliced tofu, carrot and sweet peppers into a big bowl. Add the sesame oil and garlic, spring onions, rice vinegar, salt, and chilli oil (if using). Toss to mix well.
4
Phase 4
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve as an appetizer.