Have you ever heard of the fragrant, fatty vegetarian fish sauce? Let’s go into the kitchen today and make these 2 simple vegetarian dishes to add more diverse and delicious vegetarian meals for your family!
1. Vegetarian fish sauce made from tofu
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian fish sauce made from tofu For 4 people
Soft tofu 2 pieces Fermented soybeans 500 gr Fermented tofu 100 gr Lemongrass 5 stalks Cooking oil 1/2 teaspoon Common spices a little (Salt/ sugar/ seasoning powder)
How to choose delicious tofu, free from gypsum
- Tofu made from soybeans usually has an off-white color, and has a characteristic aroma from soybeans, which is very pleasant.
- You should choose tofu that feels elastic and smooth when pressed.
- Tofu mixed with gypsum tends to be very hard, has a bright white color, and either has no smell or has a sour, strange odor.
- Avoid choosing tofu that feels slimy to the touch, or has turned yellow, as this indicates spoiled tofu.
- To ensure safety for your family, you can make tofu at home using the recipe shared by TasteVN right below.
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Suggestions for buying fermented soybeans and fermented fish sauce
- You should choose to buy fermented soybeans, fermented fish sauce at reputable establishments such as TasteVN, supermarkets, or markets to ensure the quality and origin of the products.
- For packaged products, you should carefully check the expiration date, ensure the outer packaging is intact, not torn or discolored, and the product inside is not moldy.
- You can make fermented fish sauce at home using the recipe below from TasteVN.
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How to make vegetarian fermented soybeans from tofu
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Prepare the ingredients
Take the solid part of the fermented tofu, discarding all the liquid.
Wash the lemongrass and then finely chop it.
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Blend the fermented soybeans
Put 500g of fermented soybean paste into the blender, break the soft tofu into small pieces and add it to the machine, add the chopped lemongrass, 2 tablespoons of seasoning, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 10 pieces of fermented tofu with chili into the machine.
Blend the mixture at medium speed until it’s well mixed. If the machine is too heavy, turn it off and use chopsticks to stir. Then turn up to high speed to crush the ingredients.
Tip: Do not add water to the mixture, as it can spoil easily. Make sure to add the ingredients in the order listed for easier blending.
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Stir-fry the fermented soybeans
Place a pan on the stove, add 1/2 teaspoon of cooking oil, turn the heat to low, and wait for the oil to heat up before adding the fermented soybean mixture to the pan.
Cook for about 5 – 7 minutes until the mixture is cooked through, remember to stir constantly to prevent burning!
Tip:- Cooking the fermented soybeans helps preserve them longer and prevents mold. Do not add any additional seasonings while cooking.
- Only cook until done, do not cook for too long, as the mixture will become thick and difficult to dip.
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Final product
The spicy vegetarian sauce has a delicious taste of fermented tofu, fragrant lemongrass, and a bit of richness from the fermented soybeans and soft tofu, which is really tasty and unique, isn’t it?
You can enjoy the vegetarian sauce with boiled vegetables, cucumbers, or hot rice, all of which are very delicious.
2. Vegetarian soy sauce from soybeans
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian soy sauce from soybeans Serves 4 people
Soybeans 300 gr Rice 30 gr Salt 100 gr
How to choose good soybeans
- You should choose soybeans that are evenly sized, not too big or too small, and feel firm when held.
- Good soybeans will have a slightly dark yellow color, a shiny surface, and be plump.
- Do not select beans that have many black spots on the surface or are cracked.
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How to make Vegetarian Soy Sauce from Soybeans
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Prepare and cook the soybeans
The soybeans you bought should be rinsed clean, removing any spoiled beans, and then soaked in water for about 8 hours or overnight.
After the soybeans have swollen from soaking, put them in a pot with 2 liters of water and cook for about 6 hours until the soybeans are soft, then turn off the heat and remove the soybeans to cool.
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Ferment the soybeans
When the soybeans have cooled, place them in a basket and cover with a cloth, fermenting them for about 4 hours.
After fermentation, rinse the soybeans and let them drain.
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Toasting Rice
Wash the rice thoroughly and let it drain. Put the rice in a pan and toast it over low heat, stirring continuously until the rice turns golden brown, then turn off the heat and let it cool.
Once the rice has cooled a bit, put it into a blender and grind it into a fine powder.
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Pounding Soybeans and Mixing Sauce
Once the soybeans are drained, pound them into a fine paste and place them in a bowl, add 100g of salt and the ground toasted rice.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly and transfer the mixture into a jar, then seal it tightly.
Store the soybean sauce jar in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight for about 2 months to complete.
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Finished Product
The vegetarian soy sauce when completed has a very eye-catching reddish-brown color. When you eat it, you will feel the salty, nutty taste combined with the fragrant aroma of roasted rice, which is extremely appealing.
This dish can be used for hot pot, stir-fried, or served with hot rice, it’s just perfect!
How to store and use vegetarian fish sauce
- Keep the lid of the vegetarian fish sauce jar tightly closed to prevent air from entering, and store the jar in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight.
- It can be stored in the refrigerator, with a shelf life of 6 to 12 months. Use a clean spoon or chopsticks to scoop it out into a bowl before mixing with other seasonings to prevent the sauce from spoiling quickly.
- When the sauce starts to smell, changes color, or has liquid on the surface in the jar, it should no longer be used.
2 how to make vegetarian fish sauce that is delicious and really easy to make, right? Let’s get in the kitchen and make this delicious dish for your family. TasteVN wishes you success!
