Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. water
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 c. firm tofu
  • 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 packet dry chicken bouillon
  • 4 tsp. soy sauce
  • 1/4 lb. mushrooms
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/4 c. water

Method

  • Cut tofu into 1 x 1 x 1/4-inch slices.
  • Add flour, 1 teaspoon water and salt to egg.
  • Beat until smooth.
  • Heat oil in frying pan.
  • Dip curd slices in the batter and brown on both sides in hot oil.
  • Remove browned curd slices to a dish.
  • Brown mushrooms, sliced, lightly in leftover oil.
  • Add water and bouillon and bring to a boil.
  • Add soy sauce.
  • Mix cornstarch and 1/4 cup water. Stir into sauce and cook until thick.
  • Add browned curd slices to sauce.
  • Cover pan and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Serve at once. Makes 4 servings.
  • Preparation time:
  • 30 minutes.