Dou Fu Nao (Beijing-Style Tofu Pudding with Gravy)

Ingredients

• • 10 g (about 25) dried lily flower buds ((yields 1/2 cup rehydrated))
• • 2.5 g (1 tablespoon) dried wood ear mushrooms ((yield 1/4 cup rehydrated))
• • 5 g (4 to 5) dried shiitake mushrooms
• • 1 1/2 tablespoon peanut oil
• • 1/2 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns ((Optional))
• • 2 spring onions (sliced and separated)
• • 8 oz (250 g) minced pork
• • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
• • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
• • 1 cup water
• • 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder ((or 1/4 teaspoon salt))
• • 1 tablespoon cornflour
• • 2 servings homemade tofu pudding ((or store-bought sundubu tofu))

Preparation Steps