Braised Tofu Puffs with Mixed Vegetables and Satay Sauce 沙爹雜菜燜豆卜

A robust vegetarian dish featuring spongy tofu puffs, tender mixed vegetables, all braised in a rich and aromatic satay sauce. It's savory, slightly spicy, and deeply satisfying.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 200g tofu puffs (豆卜), halved
• 100g broccoli florets
• 100g carrots, sliced
• 80g fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 50g snow peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1tbsp cooking oil
• 1 cup water or vegetable stock
• 3tbsp satay sauce (Chinese style)
• 1tbsp soy sauce
• 1tsp dark soy sauce
• 1tsp sugar
• 0.5tsp white pepper
• 1tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine satay sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper to make the sauce mixture. Set aside.
2. Heat cooking oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
3. Add carrots and shiitake mushrooms to the wok, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add broccoli florets and snow peas, stir-fry for another minute.
5. Add tofu puffs and pour in water or vegetable stock. Bring to a simmer.
6. Pour in the prepared satay sauce mixture. Stir well to combine. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce to your desired consistency. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

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