Best 3 Stuffed Bean Curd Recipes

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Stuffed bean curd, also known as doufu nao or douhua, is a savory and delightful dish that is enjoyed in many cultures around the world. This versatile ingredient can be steamed, fried, or boiled, and is often stuffed with a variety of fillings, such as meat, vegetables, or seafood. The result is a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish to serve at a party, stuffed bean curd is sure to please everyone at your table.

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STUFFED BEAN CURD



Stuffed Bean Curd image

Make and share this Stuffed Bean Curd recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim Ong

Categories     Chinese

Time 22m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 pieces square bean curd (The one with a hard outer skin)
oil
200 g finely minced pork
1/2 cup canned shiitake mushrooms or 1/2 cup canned dried Chinese mushrooms, diced
1/2 tablespoon cooking wine or 1/2 tablespoon sherry wine
1 1/2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 dash white pepper
1 tablespoon sweet onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cornflour
1/2 cup sweet onion, sliced
1 1/2 cups stock
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon msg or 1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon cornflour
1 1/2 tablespoons water, mix with corn flour
coriander leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • For the filling -------------------.
  • Add 1 to the minced pork and mix until completely blended and smooth.
  • Add in the mushrooms, sweet onions and corn flour and mix well.
  • For the beancurds --------------.
  • Pat beancurd dry.
  • Heat oil in pan.
  • Place in the beancurds for deep-frying.
  • Remove and drain when skin turns golden.
  • Allow beancurd to cool slightly.
  • Laterally cut the beancurd to make a slit on the side about more than half its length.
  • (Do not slice through) Scoop out the beancurd to form a pocket and fill it with the meat filling.
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a big saucepan.
  • Stir-fry the sweet onion slices until fragrant.
  • Add 2 and the beancurds.
  • Cover the saucepan and cook over low heat until liquid is reduced to 3/4 cup (about 5-6 mins).
  • Add mixture 3 to thicken the gravy.
  • Stir well.
  • Add the corriander leaves.
  • Stir for a while then remove to serve.

DEEP-FRIED BEAN CURD STUFFED WITH MINCED FISH



Deep-Fried Bean Curd Stuffed With Minced Fish image

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound shrimp
1/2 pound frozen fish filet
1 egg white
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 bean curd, cakes
oil for deep-frying

Steps:

  • 1. Shell and devein shrimp. Mince or grind together with fish. 2. Add egg white and salt and knead well to blend thoroughly. Divide in 16 parts, forming each into a ball. Then toss each ball hard against a cutting board, or other solid surface, 15 to 20 times. (This will remove the air.) 3. Cut each bean curd cake diagonally in 4 separate triangles. On one cut surface of each triangle, cut a pocket by starting near the apex and making a slit running 3/4 of the way down. (Do not cut clear through bean curd triangle.) 4. Stuff a fishball into each slit or pocket, flattening and shaping fish to fit. Meanwhile heat oil. 5. Add bean curd triangles, a few at a time, and deep-fry until golden (3 to 5 minutes). Drain on paper toweling and serve. The Thousand Recipe Chinese Cookbook. ©1994 by Gloria Bley Miller.

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STEAMED STUFFED BEAN CURD



Steamed Stuffed Bean Curd image

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 to 1/2 pound lean pork
1 stalk scallion
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sherry
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 bean curd, cakes
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sherry

Steps:

  • 1. Mince pork and scallion stalk. Blend together with soy sauce, sherry and sesame oil. Divide mixture in 8 parts. 2. Cut each bean curd cake diagonally in 2 triangles. Carefully scoop out a hole or pocket on 1 cut surface of each triangle. Stuff pork mixture into the pockets. 3. Arrange stuffed bean curd on a shallow heatproof dish and sprinkle with remaining soy sauce and sherry. Steam until done (about 30 minutes). See HOW-TO, _Steaming. The Thousand Recipe Chinese Cookbook. ©1994 by Gloria Bley Miller.

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Tips:

  • Choose fresh and firm bean curd. This will ensure that the bean curd will hold its shape when stuffed and cooked.
  • Use a variety of fillings. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some popular fillings include minced pork, shrimp, vegetables, and tofu.
  • Be careful not to overcook the bean curd. Overcooked bean curd will become tough and rubbery.
  • Serve the stuffed bean curd immediately after cooking. This will ensure that the dish is enjoyed at its best.

Conclusion:

Stuffed bean curd is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover bean curd and other ingredients. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a stuffed bean curd recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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