How to make nutritious and incredibly delicious braised straw mushrooms with tofu that goes perfectly with rice.

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• 1. Ingredients for braised straw mushrooms with tofu
• 2. How to make braised straw mushrooms with tofu
• 3. Notes when making braised straw mushrooms with tofu

1. Ingredients for braised straw mushrooms with tofu

Straw mushrooms: 500g

Pre-fried tofu: 4 pieces

Seasoning (MSG, soy sauce, sugar, pepper): a little

Green onions: 40g

Chili peppers: 3

Cooking oil: a small amount

Ingredients for braised straw mushrooms with tofu. Photo: Literature and Arts Times.

2. How to make braised straw mushrooms with tofu

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

Cut the straw mushrooms in half and soak them in diluted salt water for 5 minutes.

Wash the tofu and cut it into quarters. You can cut it into smaller pieces, but don't chop it too finely, otherwise it will fall apart when stir-fried.

Wash the scallions, then chop the stems and whites separately. Wash the chili peppers and chop them finely.

Step 2 : Marinate the mushrooms

Add half a tablespoon of sugar, one teaspoon of MSG, one teaspoon of pepper, one tablespoon of soy sauce, half a tablespoon of cooking oil, and one teaspoon of chopped scallion stems to marinate the mushrooms.

Mix all the ingredients well and marinate for about 10-15 minutes so that the mushrooms absorb the seasoning evenly.

Step 3 : Briefly sauté the mushrooms.

Add a little cooking oil to the pan and sauté the chopped scallions until fragrant. Then, add the straw mushrooms and stir-fry over high heat until they are slightly wilted.

A nutritious dish of braised straw mushrooms with tofu. Photo: dienmayxanh

Step 4 : Braise the mushrooms and tofu.

Sauté the tofu briefly. Then, add 200ml of water, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir well and simmer for a few minutes until the ingredients are cooked through.

Finally, add the chopped scallions and chili peppers, then turn off the heat.

Step 5 : Completion

Scoop the braised straw mushrooms and tofu onto a plate and enjoy.

3. Notes when making braised straw mushrooms with tofu

To make braised straw mushrooms with tofu, you need to choose fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Good quality tofu, free from gypsum adulteration, will be white. The more yellowish the tofu, the more gypsum it contains.

You should buy tofu that is moderately soft and feels light in your hand. Fresh, good quality tofu will have a characteristic soybean aroma; avoid tofu that smells sour or has a limey smell.

Good quality tofu will have the characteristic creamy taste of soybeans, while tofu containing a lot of gypsum will have a bitter taste.

You should buy tofu from reputable sources to ensure quality.

When choosing straw mushrooms, select those that are round, intact, not bruised, and still have their buds. They should also have a faint mushroom aroma when smelled.

Soaking mushrooms in salt water will help remove some of the unhealthy substances. After washing, you can put the mushrooms in a colander and gently scrub them to remove any external impurities.

While simmering the mushrooms and tofu, remember to stir frequently and skim off any foam to keep the broth clear.

Braised straw mushrooms with tofu is incredibly simple to make, with easy-to-find ingredients, a rich and flavorful sauce, and an appealing color. Enjoy it with rice to fully appreciate its deliciousness.

With the steps shared above, you can easily make braised straw mushrooms with tofu. Good luck!

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