Fried tofu with scallion oil is a fried dish that, although simple, is loved by many housewives for its delicious, rich, and incredibly appealing flavor. Today, let’s make this delicious dish together with the Cooking section of TasteVN!
1. Fried tofu with scallion oil and peanuts
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Fried tofu with scallion oil and peanuts For 2 people
Fried tofu 5 pieces Scallions 50 gr Peanuts 50 gr (roasted) Fish sauce 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 500 ml Common spices a little (sugar/ salt/ seasoning powder/ monosodium glutamate)
Note: You can buy pre-roasted peanuts or roast them at home!
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How to make Fried Tofu with Scallion and Peanut Oil
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Prepare the ingredients
Place a pan on the stove, add 200ml of cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up, then carefully place the tofu in, frying until the tofu is hot and golden brown on both sides.
After frying for about 5 minutes, the tofu is cooked, you take it out onto a plate. Wait for the tofu to cool slightly, then cut the tofu in half for easy eating!
For the scallions, remove the wilted leaves and roots, wash them clean, and chop them finely.
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Marinating and frying tofu
Put into a bowl 1/3 teaspoon of salt, 1/3 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, 1/3 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons of water, and stir well to dissolve the spices completely.
Then, gently drizzle this sauce over the surface of the cut tofu pieces, turning them to coat all sides, and marinate for 15 – 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, place a pan on the stove, pour in about 200ml of cooking oil, and gradually add the tofu to fry until golden brown on all sides, turning frequently to ensure the tofu cooks evenly. After 20 minutes, the tofu is cooked, and you can take it out onto a plate.
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Make scallion oil and finish
Continue to heat the pan, add 100ml of cooking oil, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, and 1/3 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, wait for the oil to heat up then add the scallions, stir well.
After frying for about 2 minutes, add 1 teaspoon of sugar, fry for another 4 minutes until the scallions are cooked and gradually turn dark green. Turn off the heat.
Finally, drizzle the scallion oil and peanuts over the pieces of tofu, and enjoy!
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Finished product
Fried tofu with scallion oil and peanuts has an eye-catching and appealing color. The tofu is fried to a golden crisp, with a dark brown color combined with fragrant scallion oil and crunchy peanuts, full of harmony, rich flavor, and just the right taste.
To make the dish even more delicious and flavorful, you can dip the tofu in a little ketchup or chili sauce!
2. Fried tofu with scallions and shredded pork
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Fried tofu with scallions and shredded pork For 2 people
Tofu 5 pieces Shredded chicken 50 gr Scallions 50 gr Chili 1 piece Cooking oil 300 ml Fish sauce 1/2 tablespoon Common seasoning a little (sugar/ seasoning powder/ ground pepper)
How to choose quality delicious pork floss
- You should choose pork floss that has a light yellowish color and has a fragrant smell of roasted meat when smelled.
- Good pork floss is usually fluffy, with small strands that stick together evenly.
- You should not buy pork floss that has a dark brown color, has a musty smell when smelled, or feels slimy when touched.
- Additionally, you should buy pork floss from reputable stores, supermarkets, or points of sale with clear origin information, or order online at bachhoaxanh.vn.
- You can choose from types of pork floss made from chicken, pork, beef, fish, etc., depending on your preference.
- At the same time, you can also make pork floss at home following detailed instructions from TasteVN.
How to make Fried Tofu with Scallion Oil and Pork Floss
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Prepare the ingredients
Wash the scallions, cut off the yellowed leaves and roots, wash them clean, then cut off the scallion heads separately and chop the leaves finely.
For the tofu, rinse it briefly with water, then cut it into bite-sized square pieces.
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Make scallion oil
You season with 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper, mix well and marinate for 10 minutes.
Place a pan on the stove, add 100ml of cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up then pour the oil into the bowl containing the scallions.
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Fry the tofu and complete
You reuse the pan used to make the scallion oil, add about 200ml of cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up then carefully add the tofu to fry, regularly turning it to ensure all sides become golden and crispy.
After frying for about 7 minutes, the tofu is golden on all sides, take it out onto a plate to drain the oil.
Once the tofu has drained, you arrange it on a plate, drizzle with scallion oil, slice some chili on top, and finally sprinkle a bit of pork floss over the surface.
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Final Product
Fried tofu with green onion oil and pork floss is fragrant with eye-catching colors that are very attractive. The tofu has a crispy outer layer, with a slightly fatty soft inside combined with delicious green onion oil and savory pork floss, making the dish even more appealing, especially for children.
3. Fried tofu with green onion oil and fish sauce
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Fried Tofu with Scallion Sauce Serves 2
Fried tofu 3 pieces White tofu 3 pieces Scallions 50 gr Fish sauce 3 tablespoons Cooking oil 150 ml Sugar/salt a little
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How to Make Fried Tofu with Scallion Sauce
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Prepare the ingredients
Wash the tofu and cut it into four pieces. Remove the yellowed leaves from the scallions, wash them, and chop them finely.
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Make the Scallion Sauce
To make the fish sauce, combine 3 tablespoons of cooled boiled water, 3 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons of sugar in a bowl, and mix well.
Once the sugar has dissolved completely, add the chopped scallions.
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Frying Tofu and Completing the Dish
Place a pan on the stove, add 150ml of cooking oil and 1/3 teaspoon of salt, wait for the oil to heat up, then gradually add the tofu, frying until all sides are golden, turning frequently to prevent burning!
After frying for about 10 minutes, the tofu is cooked, you can take the tofu and dip it into the bowl of scallion oil with fish sauce, then place it on a plate, continue doing this until all the tofu is done, and drizzle the remaining sauce over the fried tofu.
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Final Product
Fried tofu with scallion oil and dipping sauce is delicious, appealing, and seductive, perfectly blending the fragrant scallion oil and fish sauce. When enjoyed, the outside of the tofu is covered with a rich and flavorful scallion oil and fish sauce, while the inside is soft, creamy, and mouth-watering.
How to Choose Fresh Tofu
- You should choose pieces of tofu that are off-white, like soybean color.
- Opt for pieces with a dry surface; when touched, they should not feel slimy or too soft.
- At the same time, choose pieces that feel smooth to hold, have good elasticity, and are not too dry or hard.
- To make the dish more delicious and appealing, it’s better to buy fresh white tofu and fry it yourself instead of purchasing pre-fried tofu.
- Additionally, to ensure quality and taste, you can also make tofu at home following detailed instructions from TasteVN.
How to Choose Fresh Scallions
- You should select scallions that have fresh green leaves, are shiny, and not wilted or damaged.
- Also, prioritize choosing scallions that still have their roots intact, as these will stay fresh longer and are easier to store.
- Avoid selecting scallions that are yellowing, wilted, or damaged.
See more:
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- 2 ways to make fried tofu with fish sauce and fried tofu with miso sauce that are delicious and attractive
- How to make crispy fried tofu tossed with golden cheese that is extremely delicious
With these simple instructions, you can definitely successfully make 3 dishes of fried tofu with green onion that are flavorful and delicious, with crispy tofu infused with spices. Be quick to save the recipe and share it so that more people can know!
