Vegan 1-2-3-4-5 Tofu

Method5 steps · about 40 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat a wok (or cast iron pan) until it starts to smoke lightly. This is very important to prevent the tofu from sticking.

2. 2

   Step 2: Add 2 tablespoons oil, along with the ginger (4 slices) slices. Over medium heat, fry the ginger for 1 minute. Add the tofu, and take 10 minutes to brown the tofu on at least 2-3 sides.

   Uses 600 g firm tofu, cut into cubes · 2 tablespoons oil · 4 slices ginger

   
3. 3

   Step 3: When the tofu is lightly browned (or to your liking), add in 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine, 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar, 3 tablespoons light soy sauce, 4 tablespoons sugar, and 5 tablespoons water. Stir and mix everything well. Turn up the heat to bring it to a boil.

   Uses Firm tofu browned with ginger · 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine · 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar · 3 tablespoons light soy sauce · 4 tablespoons sugar · 5 tablespoons water

   
4. 4

   Step 4: Cover and reduce the heat to medium/low. Simmer for 15 minutes. Halfway through, check to make sure the liquid is not drying up. If so, reduce the heat further and add in a little more water if needed.

   Simmer tofu · 15 minUses Tofu in the boiled sweet-sour sauce · Extra water only if needed during simmering

5. 5

   Step 5: After the 15-minute simmer, remove the lid. Increase the heat and gently toss for a couple of minutes, until every piece of tofu is coated and about ¼ cup (60 ml) sauce remains. Serve immediately, with optional sliced scallions.

   Uses Tofu simmered in sweet-sour sauce · Scallions for garnish, optional