Wednesday, 9 October 2013

Braised Soft Tofu (Bean curd) with Thai Basil (Meatless Recipe)

Tofu (Japanese: 豆腐 or とうふ; Chinese: 豆腐), also called bean curd, is a food made by coagulating soy milk and then pressing the resulting curds into soft white blocks. It is a component in many East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines. There are many different varieties of tofu, including fresh tofu and tofu that has been processed in some way. Tofu has a subtle flavor and can be used in savory and sweet dishes. It is often seasoned or marinated to suit the dish.  Please click  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tofu for more info on tofu.
 My family likes to eat tofu and I used to cook it regularly.  As for this braised tofu, the recipe just created out of what I can find in my fridge! You can add any ingredients that you like and it's still yummy.

Ingredients :
- 4 blocks of soft tofu (cut)
- 2 tomatoes (cut into wedges)
- a handful of shredded preserved mustard head/Spicy Szechuan Mustard (soaked)
- a handful of fresh Thai Basil
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- oil
- water (add more water if you want extra sauce)
Seasonings : (to taste)
- 1 tbsp miso
- salt
- a dash of sugar

Method :
1)  Heat oil in a pan and lightly pan fry tofu.  
2)  Add garlic, tomatoes and shredded preserved mustard head.

3)  Lightly stir and mix well.  Then, add miso.

4)  Add water and braise over medium high heat.
5)  When it is almost done, add salt to taste, sugar and fresh Thai basil.

6)  Stir and mix well.
7)  Serve with steamed rice.
This dish is suitable for vegetarians and you can just omit the garlic for religious purposes
Or if you are just going for a meatless meal, this is just a perfect dish
Hope you like this simple yet healthy tofu dish


This post is linked to the event, Little Thumbs up organised by Doreen from my little favourite DIY and Zoe of Bake for Happy Kids, hosted by Mich of Piece of Cake at this post.


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32 comments:

  1. Amelia9 October 2013 at 13:35

    Hi dear, very healthy dish and look so delightful. Tofu and tomato are great pairing. I love tofu anytime, can take everyday also I won't get sick of it. There are hundred and one way to cook tofu and it's so versatile we can add any other ingredients we like. I like kiam chai with tofu and tomato soup, very shiok. One pot meal kow tim.

    Have a nice day. Hugs to you.

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    1. Ivysew9 October 2013 at 15:20

      Hi dear, I love kiam chai tofu soup too. Wow, we have no problem being neighbours and exchanging our home cooked food as our taste buds are more or less similar. Can save $$$ too! Hugs and muaks from me :)

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  2. Jozelyn Ng9 October 2013 at 13:41

    Simple, healthy and yet delicious!

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  3. Kit @ i-lostinausten9 October 2013 at 14:51

    Hi Ivy, I love tofu dishes & had it like once a week least once a week , This looks & sounds good . I'm definitely trying this recipe soon & thanks for sharing ! ;)

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    1. Ivysew9 October 2013 at 15:24

      Hi Kit, my youngest girl must have tofu at least once a week and if no tofu is being served on that particular week, she insisted to have it the following day :) So, sometimes, I just mixed and matched whatever is available. Have a wonderful day and cheers :)

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  4. Sona - quick picks/pick quicks9 October 2013 at 18:38

    Hello Ivy..dont think i will get some of these ingredients here, but sure it would have tasted great !!!

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    1. Ivysew9 October 2013 at 21:43

      Hi Sona, too bad you can't get these ingredients at your place. Yes, it's very yummy. Do have a great day and cheers :)

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  5. Nava K9 October 2013 at 19:27

    Will try for this weekend. Its a wonderful vegetarian dish, what more I just need to pluck the leaves from my garden.

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  6. kitchen flavours9 October 2013 at 20:56

    Hi Ivy,
    Such a lovely homecooked comforting dish of tofu! I love the salted veggie in it, so I could finish the whole bowl! :)

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    1. Ivysew9 October 2013 at 21:45

      Thanks Joyce and yes, very yummy. You need extra rice too :)

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  7. Lite Home Bake10 October 2013 at 09:18

    Ivy, looking at the ingredient list i think this is a dish that must be bursting in flavors, yummy! Hope to give it a try soon!

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    1. Ivysew10 October 2013 at 09:43

      Thanks LHB and have a wonderful day ahead :)

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  8. Unknown10 October 2013 at 13:51

    I love the addition of Thai basil to this dish... very aromatic.

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  9. Baby Sumo10 October 2013 at 20:50

    Hi Ivy, I see the preserved mustard vegetable.. omg it's my fav when I was younger but havent eaten in a long time.

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  10. ~ Nee ~12 October 2013 at 07:19

    Hi Ivy , this dish has so many good flavors , I know it's delicious , , this is a must make thanks for sharing ")

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    1. Ivysew13 October 2013 at 20:19

      Hi Nee, thanks and yes, it is very yummy :)

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  11. Amy Cheong, Desirablerecipes12 October 2013 at 19:03

    My mother is a vegetarian. Sure she will love this dish. Thanks a lot for sharing.

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    1. Ivysew13 October 2013 at 20:21

      Hi Amy, this is indeed a very yummy dish for vegetarians. Glad that you can cook this for your mum :)

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  12. ~~louise~~12 October 2013 at 21:01

    Hi Ivy!

    You prepare theeeee best Tofu dishes. I am always on the look-out for creative tofu meals and this one sure is a winner! Thank you so much for sharing...

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    1. Ivysew13 October 2013 at 20:23

      Hi Louise, tofu is our favourite and I always prepare it in different ways and we never get fed up of tofu!

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  13. Kalyan Panja13 October 2013 at 17:44

    looks delicious....just mouthwatering!

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  14. lena14 October 2013 at 00:03

    hi ivy, i sure love this kind of tofu dishes ..sounds very appetising with tomatoes and char choi!

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    1. Ivysew14 October 2013 at 11:11

      Hi Lena, this dish is indeed very appetizing and easy to prepare too :) Have a nice day and cheers

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  15. Lee15 October 2013 at 08:38

    Hello Ivy, you're the kind of lady under different circumstances can be very dangerous to bachelors.
    And it is your outstanding culinary skills.
    Your food dishes are simple, unlike those that needs a dictionary to understand, and yet looks, and I'm certain really forget mother's names or house address delicious.
    This dish I guess if invited for dinner will rosak my mother's name...making 3 plates of rice disappear, ha ha ha.
    You have a nice day, and keep a song in your heart.
    Lee.
    Drop by when not playing golf.

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    1. Ivysew15 October 2013 at 13:19

      Hi Lee, hahahaha.... you have over complimented me! Anyhow, thanks so much for your sweet compliments. Yes, I can only afford to go for simple dishes as it saves me a lot of time and another one reason is I can't cook complicated dishes! You too, Lee, have a great day and always keep smiling :)

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  16. PH15 October 2013 at 12:08

    Ivy, this is a light, flavorful and healthy dish! It is also very versatile as we can add whatever is available. I like that very much!

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    1. Ivysew15 October 2013 at 13:21

      Thanks Phong Hong and have a wonderful day ahead :)

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