In a tall pot, heat oil to 375 to 400 degrees F. This step allows you to remove some of the water content from the very wet silken tofu. Carefully tilt the plate and pour off the liquid. Mmmm.) Ultimate Braised Tofu Recipe InstructionsĬut the silken tofu into 10 pieces, transfer to a plate, and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. The soft tofu used in that recipe holds its shape, creating small, delightfully crispy blocks served with sweet soy dipping sauce.
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(If you’re intrigued by the idea of deep-frying tofu, then also check out our classic crispy skin stuffed tofu recipe, where we use soft tofu coated in cornstarch and stuffed with shrimp. Just look at those photos and get started!
May I say again that the extra deep frying step is a total game changer? Silken tofu is the most delicate of all tofu types and breaks up easily, so the added step of deep frying it puts a thin crust around the exterior that helps it hold up in a gentle stir fry.ĭeep frying adds that Chinese restaurant flavor and also rewards you with a slightly crisp exterior and silken texture inside, all drowned in a flavorful brown sauce. Read more about the various types of tofu on our tofu ingredients page. This braised tofu made with silken tofu is similar to our traditional Hong Shao Tofu, but that version of the dish is made with a medium or soft tofu. While it’s not quite as easy as some of our other tofu dishes (like this simple beef tofu stir-fry for instance), it is the fried silken tofu that really sets it apart. Braised tofu-using silken tofu that’s first fried and then braised-is a dish usually enjoyed at a Chinese restaurant, because most people are a bit intimidated by the idea of making it at home.
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