Crispy and Savory Seasoned Bean Sprouts with Fried Tofu
Effortlessly Delicious [Seasoned Bean Sprouts with Fried Tofu]
Hello everyone! This is ‘E-Gupsik’, your guide to hearty home-cooked meals. Today, we’re making a beloved classic: seasoned bean sprouts with savory fried tofu! The delightful crunch of the bean sprouts combined with the chewy fried tofu is a true rice companion. Let’s whip up this incredibly simple yet satisfying side dish. Ready to create a delicious meal?
Main Ingredients (Serves 60)
- 2kg fresh bean sprouts
- 1kg firm fried tofu (aburaage), thinly sliced
- 2 large green onions (scallions)
- 1 carrot
Seasoning
- 50g salt (adjust to taste)
- 50ml sesame oil
- 50g sesame seeds (toasted for extra flavor)
- 50g minced garlic
- 50g salt (adjust to taste)
- 50ml sesame oil
- 50g sesame seeds (toasted for extra flavor)
- 50g minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the bean sprouts under running water. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the washed bean sprouts and blanch for exactly 1 minute. Be careful not to overcook them, as this will diminish their crispiness! Immediately drain the blanched bean sprouts and rinse them under cold water. Squeeze out any excess water. This step is key to maintaining their crunchy texture.
Step 2
Thinly slice the fried tofu into strips, about 0.5cm thick and elongated. Slicing them this way helps the seasoning to penetrate better, making the dish even more flavorful.
Step 3
Finely mince the green onions, including the white and green parts. Thinly julienne the carrot. In a large bowl, combine the blanched and drained bean sprouts, sliced fried tofu, minced green onions, and julienned carrot. Add the minced garlic, sesame seeds, sesame oil, and salt. Gently mix everything together with your hands until well combined. Ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 4
Once all the ingredients are thoroughly coated with the seasoning, your delicious seasoned bean sprouts with fried tofu are ready! Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy with a warm bowl of rice. It’s a simple yet impressive side dish for any meal!
