PAN FRIED TOFU WITH SPICY GINGER SOUP

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Pan Fried Tofu with Spicy Ginger Soup image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 quart vegetable broth
2-inch piece fresh ginger, cut in half
Pinch sugar
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon Sambal
1 pound firm tofu
1 cup bread crumbs, Panko preferred
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 dried Hawaiian chile, chopped
1 pound Chinese broccoli, roughly chopped
1/2 pound udon noodles, cooked
1 bunch green onions, julienned
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup peanuts, roasted and salted

Steps:

  • To prepare the soup, in a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the vegetable broth, ginger, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, oyster sauce and sambal. Allow to simmer 15 minutes to mingle the flavors.
  • To prepare the tofu steaks, cut the tofu block lengthwise, then cut in half to make 4 slabs. Lay several layers of paper towels on a cutting board then place the tofu, side by side, on top. Cover the steaks with more paper towels and press down to drain out some of the water in the curd (making it denser and hold together better when cooked.) Combine the bread crumbs, cayenne, paprika, salt and pepper. Dip each piece of tofu into the beaten eggs then dredge in the seasoned bread crumbs to coat. Heat peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu steaks 4 minutes each side. Remove to a platter lined with fresh paper towels. Add sesame oil to the skillet, stir-fry the ginger and garlic with the chili for 2 minutes to build a base flavor. Add the broccoli and saute 3 minutes until it begins to soften, season with salt and pepper. Divide the udon noodles and spicy broth among 4 bowls. Add the broccoli then lay a piece of tofu on top. Garnish with a sprinkle of green onions, cilantro, and peanuts before serving.

Kelvin Ndiritu
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover tofu. The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Believe onaiwu
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rebecca Byles
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This dish was delicious and easy to make. The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Gull Khan3775
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I made this for a party and it was a hit! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Xhoni Tafa
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This dish was a hit with my family! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zamashengu Tshabalala
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Theresa White
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Andjela Stankovic
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I loved this recipe! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jodie-leigh Donnan
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This dish was delicious! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Yusufu Kayiira (Owakabi)
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This recipe is a keeper! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Johngold John
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


Tompa Nupur
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. The tofu was crispy and the soup was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Kourosh
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I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was delicious, and the soup was flavorful and warming. I'd definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a healthy and tasty meal.


Hawi Tadele
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This pan-fried tofu with spicy ginger soup was a hit! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the soup was flavorful and had just the right amount of heat. I will definitely be making this again.