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Taiwan · Taiwanese
Three Cup Tofu
Taiwanese tofu glazed with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and basil.
- Taiwanese
- 35 min total time
- 4 base servings
- 1 version
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Classic
Tofu glazed with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and basil.
Tofu and soy sauce declare soy; soy sauce declares gluten; sesame oil declares sesame.
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Contains
Ingredients
- 600 g firm tofu Contains soy.
- 45 ml soy sauce Contains soy and gluten.
- 30 ml sesame oil Contains sesame.
- 25 g fresh ginger
- 4 garlic cloves
- 15 g brown sugar
- 15 ml rice vinegar
- 30 g basil leaves
- 20 ml neutral oil
- 600 g cooked rice
Cooking method
Pan
- Brown tofu
Pat tofu dry, cube it and brown it in neutral oil.
- Cook aromatics
Add ginger and garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Glaze
Add soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar and vinegar.
- Reduce
Cook until the sauce becomes glossy and coats the tofu.
- Finish
Fold in basil and serve with rice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use another basil?
Yes. The flavor changes, but the method still works.
Why is sesame declared?
The glaze uses sesame oil.
