Straw mushroom cooked with tofu is a braised dish that is quite familiar to those who often eat vegetarian, and along with that, the straw mushroom cooked with tofu and fermented bean curd is one of the delicious vegetarian dishes that are favored in vegetarian menus. Let’s get cooking right away!
1. Straw mushroom cooked with tofu
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Straw mushroom cooked with tofu For 2 people
White tofu 200 gr Straw mushrooms 200 gr Green onions 2 stalks Chili 1 piece Shallots 2 bulbs Soy sauce 2 tablespoons Cooking oil 6 tablespoons Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate/ ground pepper)
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How to prepare Fried Straw Mushrooms with Tofu
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Prepare the ingredients
Straw mushrooms bought should be washed with diluted salt water, cut off the black roots, and halved if the mushrooms are too large, then rinse again with water and drain.
White tofu should be rinsed with water and then cut into thin slices about 1/2 finger length using a knife.
Green onions should be washed clean, cut off the root ends, and chopped small.
Shallots should be peeled, and chilies should be washed after removing the stems, then sliced thinly.
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Fried White Tofu
Place a pan on the stove, add 3 spoons of cooking oil and wait for the oil to heat up, then add the sliced white tofu to fry over medium heat. Turn the tofu until both sides are golden, then turn off the heat and place it on a plate.
Then cut the fried tofu into small square pieces.
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Stewed Straw Mushrooms with Tofu
Place a pot on the stove, let it heat for a while, then add 3 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat over medium heat.
When the oil is hot, add 2 teaspoons of sugar and wait for the sugar to turn brown before adding sliced shallots and sautéing until fragrant and golden.
Next, add the prepared straw mushrooms along with 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt into the pot and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
When the straw mushrooms are just cooked, add the fried tofu and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, stirring well to let the mixture absorb the seasonings. Stew on low heat for another 5 minutes, taste and adjust seasoning to your family’s preference, then turn off the heat.
After that, add finely chopped green onions and mix well.
Finally, plate the dish, sprinkle a little ground pepper on top, and garnish with a few slices of chili to make the dish more visually appealing.
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Finished product
Stir-fried straw mushrooms with tofu not only taste delicious but also have an eye-catching golden brown color, with an extremely appealing aroma that will surely captivate you from the first sight to the wonderful flavor that the dish brings.
When eaten, the tofu is soft, and the mushrooms are rich in flavor, making it very enjoyable, especially when served with hot white rice!
2. Stir-fried straw mushrooms with fermented tofu
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried straw mushrooms with fermented tofu Serves 3 people
White tofu 200 gr Straw mushrooms 200 gr Pineapple 1/4 fruit Chili 1 fruit Fermented tofu 1 tablespoon Shallots 4 bulbs Soy sauce 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 5 tablespoons Common seasoning A little (salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate/ ground pepper)
How to choose delicious, authentic fermented tofu
- You should choose jars of fermented tofu that have the tofu floating on the surface and have a dark color, as this indicates that the tofu is ripe and can be used.
- It is advisable to choose jars of fermented tofu that are stored in glass jars, as storing them in plastic jars can cause the plastic to release harmful toxins during the fermentation process.
- Avoid buying jars of fermented tofu where the tofu has a blotchy black color and a strong odor, as this indicates mold contamination.
- Additionally, you can make fermented tofu at home following the recipe shared by Tastetutorial.com.
See details: How to make delicious, creamy fermented tofu at home
How to cook Straw mushrooms braised with tofu and fermented tofu
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Prepare the ingredients
Straw mushrooms should be purchased and have their black roots cut off, then soak in salted water for about 10 – 15 minutes, rinse with water, and cut in half if they are too large, then drain.
White tofu should be rinsed with water and cut into long pieces, with a thickness of about one finger width.
Pineapple should have its skin and eyes removed (you can buy pre-cut pineapple to save time), rinse with water, and then cut into thin diagonal slices about half a finger width. Chili should be washed and sliced thinly.
Shallots should be peeled, washed, and sliced thinly.
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Fry the white tofu
Place a pan on the stove, let the pan heat for a while, then add about 4 tablespoons of cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up, then add the cut tofu pieces to fry over medium heat until both sides of the tofu are golden brown, turn off the heat and transfer to a plate.
Cut the fried tofu into small square pieces.
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Stewed straw mushrooms with fermented tofu
Put a pot on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, heat the oil and add 2 tablespoons of sugar, wait until the sugar turns brown then add the sliced shallots and sauté until fragrant.
Next, add the straw mushrooms, pineapple, and tofu to stir-fry together; when the mixture is just cooked and fragrant, season with a mixture of spices including: 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, stir well, then pour in 1/2 bowl of boiling water (rice bowl) and stew on medium heat for 10 minutes.
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of fermented tofu and stir gently until the tofu dissolves completely, continue to stew until the sauce thickens slightly. Then taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary before turning off the heat.
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Completion
Transfer the dish to a plate, sprinkle some ground pepper or decorate with a few slices of diagonally cut chili on top for an appealing look, and you have completed this delicious stewed dish.
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Final Product
The braised straw mushrooms with fermented tofu have a distinctive aroma of fermented tofu and straw mushrooms, and the dish has a very appealing color.
When eaten, it has a perfectly balanced salty and sweet taste, with the straw mushrooms absorbing the seasoning, the tofu being soft and creamy, and the braising sauce being thick. This dish is fantastic when served with white rice!
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Straw Mushrooms
- Delicious straw mushrooms are those that are still in bud form, round or cylindrical, and feel slightly firm when gently squeezed.
- Choose mushrooms that are uniform in size for a more visually appealing and tastier dish.
- Black or gray straw mushrooms are tastier than white ones.
- Select mushrooms that are bright in color with a characteristic mushroom aroma.
- Do not choose mushrooms that have a foul smell, dull color, feel soft and mushy to the touch, or are overly large, as these are overripe and will not taste good.
See details: How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Straw Mushrooms
How to choose good white tofu, without gypsum
- Good tofu usually has an ivory white color and is very soft. On the other hand, tofu with gypsum tends to be more yellow, and the more yellow it is, the more gypsum it contains, resulting in a harder texture compared to regular tofu.
- Choose to buy tofu from reputable stores, ensuring quality and clear origin.
- You should not choose tofu that has been left over, or has a strange smell.
See details: How to choose good white tofu, without gypsum
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Above are 2 ways to make straw mushrooms cooked with tofu deliciously and flavorful, perfect for a meal at home. So what are you waiting for? Start cooking this dish for the family now, wishing you success!
*Source of the recipe and images shared from Facebook: Duyên Nguyễn
