Silken tofu is a familiar ingredient that can be used to prepare many delicious dishes such as stir-fried dishes, steamed dishes. TasteVN suggests 2 ways to make stir-fried silken tofu with shrimp and crab meat that are incredibly delicious and easy to prepare. Let’s cook and try this tasty dish right away!
1. Stir-fried silken tofu with shrimp
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Preparation
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried silken tofu with shrimp Serves 2
Silken tofu 200 gr Green onions 2 stalks Shrimp 200 gr Clams 200 gr (ngheu) Carrot 15 gr Peas 15 gr Ginger 20 gr Cornstarch 3 tablespoons Mirin 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 2.5 tablespoons Seasoning a little (salt/pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh shrimp
- Choose shrimp with shiny shells, firm bodies, heads that are tightly attached to the body, legs tightly attached to the body, and firm flesh.
- Avoid buying shrimp that are slimy or have legs that have turned black, as these are signs that they are no longer fresh.
- Do not buy shrimp with spread-out, loose tails, missing fins, and not neatly arranged together, as they may have been caught a long time ago and soaked in preservatives.
See more: How to choose fresh shrimp and how to preserve fresh shrimp in the refrigerator for a long time
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How to prepare Soft Tofu Stir-fried with Shrimp
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Prepare the shrimp
Shelled shrimp, remove the head, legs, and tail, devein the shrimp, then place the shrimp in a bowl of rice wine to reduce the fishy smell.
Quick tip for deveining shrimp:
- Count backwards from the tail of the shrimp up to the second groove connecting the two shell segments, insert a toothpick through this spot, and gently pull the black vein to remove it from the shrimp.
- You can also use a toothpick to pry out the head of the shrimp to see the black vein. Gently pull this black vein out with your hand, and the shrimp will be clean.
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Prepare and boil clams
After purchasing clams, soak them in a bowl of cold water with a few ice cubes for about 1 hour to let the clams expel all the sand, then rinse them thoroughly with water and let them drain. Then boil the clams in boiling water for about 5 minutes until they are just cooked.
Tip for cleaning clams from sand:
- You can use warm water at about 50 degrees Celsius, which will make the clams expel sand more quickly. In water at a temperature of 50 degrees Celsius, clams will feel threatened and will protect themselves by absorbing more water, thus accelerating the sand expulsion process.
- Usually, it only takes 10 minutes to have clean clams ready for cooking. However, this method requires the appropriate temperature; otherwise, the clams will be overcooked.
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Prepare other ingredients
Cut the purchased tofu into slices about 1.5cm thick.
Wash the green onion and cut it into pieces about 5cm long. Peel the carrot and ginger, then dice them into cubes about 1 cm.
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Boil soft tofu and shrimp
Place a large pan on the stove, add about 2 – 3 liters of water to the pan, when the water boils, add the shrimp and soft tofu along with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and boil for about 3 minutes, then rinse briefly with cold water.
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Stir-fry the ingredients
Add 1.5 tablespoons of cooking oil to the pan, when the oil is hot, add chopped green onions, ginger, clams, 1 tablespoon of mirin, and 100ml of water, stir-frying on high heat for about 30 seconds, then add carrots, peas, along with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper, adjust to medium heat and stir well.
Dissolve 3 tablespoons of cornstarch in 3 tablespoons of water, then pour it into the pan, add shrimp and soft tofu, adjust to high heat, stir-fry for another 30 seconds then turn off the heat.
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Final product
A unique dish with soft cooked tofu, shrimp, and clams blended with vegetables makes the family meal more distinctive.
2. Soft tofu stir-fried with crab meat
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Preparation
45 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried Soft Tofu with Crab Meat Serves 2
Crab meat 500 gr White tofu 200 gr Garlic 10 gr Green onions 10 gr Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Mirin 1 tablespoon Black glutinous rice vinegar 1/2 tablespoon (or regular rice vinegar) Seasoning a little (salt/sugar/pepper) Corn starch 1 tablespoon
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Crab
For fresh crab
- When choosing crabs, look for a dull gray shell; press down on the crab’s abdomen and feel for firmness; a large abdomen indicates a crab with more meat.
- Avoid crabs that have slightly green claws and shells; if the abdomen feels soft when pressed, it is a watery, spongy crab with little meat, which is not tasty.
- You should choose very fresh crabs, where the shell still clings tightly to the body, the legs and claws move vigorously, and the spikes on the claws and shell are still sharp.
- If you want to eat crabs with a lot of meat, choose male crabs; if you want to eat crabs with roe, choose female crabs.
Note: You can buy fresh crabs to cook, let them cool, and then separate the meat.
For pre-separated crab meat
- Choose crab meat that is bright in color, has no foul odor, is not mushy, and shows no bruises.
- If the crab is canned, be sure to check the expiration date and packaging carefully.
- You can buy pre-separated crab meat at markets, supermarkets, or reputable food stores. Additionally, for safety, you should buy fresh crabs and separate the meat at home.
See details: Tips for Choosing Fresh and Delicious Seafood
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How to make Stir-fried Soft Tofu with Crab Meat
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Prepare the Crab
Soak the crab in a basin of ice water or use a sharp object to stab the abdomen so the crab temporarily faints, preventing it from losing its legs during cooking. Once the crab has stiffened, remove the ties, and use a toothbrush to scrub the entire crab, including the gaps between its legs,… thoroughly, then rinse the crab again to remove all dirt and impurities on its body.
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Boil and Separate the Crab Meat
Boil the crab in boiling water for 10 minutes. Then, separate the meat.
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Boil the tofu
Wash the tofu thoroughly, then let it drain. Cut into small squares about 2cm.
Blanch the tofu in a pot of boiling water for about 30 seconds with 1/2 tablespoon of salt, then take it out and soak it briefly in cold water.
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Sauté the ingredients
Chop the green onions finely. Mince the garlic.
Heat a pan on the stove with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, when the oil is hot, add the green onions, garlic, and crab meat, and stir-fry evenly. Turn up the heat, add 1 tablespoon of mirin, 100ml of water, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon of black glutinous rice vinegar.
Dissolve 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water and add it to the pot with the tofu, adjust the heat to medium and cook for about 3 minutes, then add pepper and turn off the heat.
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Final product
The sweetness of the crab meat combined with the soft and delicious tofu creates a rich and irresistible dish.
How to choose fresh, delicious soft tofu
- Soft tofu can be easily found at markets and supermarkets TasteVN nationwide, or you can buy it online at bachhoaxanh.com.
- When buying, pay attention to the packaging and expiration date to ensure the quality and safety of the product.
- You can also make soft tofu at home if you want to ensure hygiene.
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Thus, TasteVN has guided you on 2 simple and delicious ways to make stir-fried soft tofu with shrimp and crab meat! Wishing you success!
*Refer to images and recipes from the YouTube channel Taste Show
