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Braised Green Beans with Fried Tofu
Braised Green Beans with Fried Tofu
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Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
40 minutes
Surprisingly delicious Vietnamese-inspired dish loved even by picky eaters. Serve with plenty of white rice to savor the flavorful sauce. Perfect for an Asian feast!
Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 cups oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 plum tomatoes, sliced into thin wedges
  • 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 3 inch pieces
  • 1 cup bamboo shoots, drained and sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water
Instructions:
  • Combine the white sugar, soy sauce, white wine, and 1/2 cup of chicken broth in a small bowl to create a flavorful sauce. Set aside for later use.
  • Ensure the tofu is dry by patting it with paper towels, then cut it into cubes. Season the cubes generously with salt and pepper and coat them evenly with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
  • Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat (or use a deep-fryer filled to the recommended level) until it reaches 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry the tofu until golden brown on all sides, flipping occasionally. Use a slotted spoon to remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Heat oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and green beans for 3 to 5 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Mix in the tomatoes and cook until they start to break apart, around 4 minutes. Finally, add bamboo shoots and stir well.
  • Combine the sauce with the beans in the skillet and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the liquid reduces too quickly, add up to 1 cup of chicken broth.
  • Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with water until dissolved. Stir the mixture into the sauce in the skillet and simmer gently until thickened. Add the fried tofu, stirring to coat with the sauce.

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