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Basil and Garlic Pan-Seared Tofu with Fermented Bean Paste

Name: Basil and Garlic Pan-Seared Tofu with Fermented Bean Paste
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Hunan Chinese
Ingredients: 300g firm tofu; 2 tbsp fermented black bean paste; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice wine; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp ginger, grated; 1 scallion, sliced; 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced

Adds a fresh, aromatic twist with basil and extra garlic.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Fold in basil and minced garlic into the sauce before coating the tofu.
Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and pat dry.
Heat oil in a pan and sear tofu until golden on all sides.
In the same pan, mix fermented bean paste, soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger.
Add tofu to the pan and coat evenly, then top with scallions before serving.

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