Đậu Hũ Kho Tàu

Đậu Hũ Kho Tàu is a savory and aromatic Vietnamese braised tofu dish that melds the rich flavors of soy sauce and spices. This comforting vegetarian meal is perfect served over rice, making it a wholesome choice for dinner.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Star anise - 1 piece
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 sprigs (for garnish)

Steps

1. Press the firm tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
2. In a pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots, minced garlic, and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
3. Add the cubed tofu to the pan and fry until golden brown on all sides.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, coconut milk, sugar, star anise, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5. Cover and let it cook on low heat for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Remove the star anise before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 13 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk.

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