Dried Bean Curd Sticks Soup Recipe
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Description
Dried bean curd sticks soup is a traditional Chinese soup that is healthy, tasty, and easy to make. Made with dried bean curd sticks, which are also known as tofu skin or yuba, this soup is packed with protein and fiber.Prep Time
15 minutesCook Time
1 hourIngredients
- 10 dried bean curd sticks
- 10 dried shiitake mushrooms
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 cups water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Equipment
- Soup pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Method
- Soak the dried bean curd sticks and shiitake mushrooms in hot water for 20 minutes until they are soft. Drain the water and cut the bean curd sticks and mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the carrot, bean curd sticks, and mushrooms to the pot and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Add the water, soy sauce, rice wine or sherry, salt, sugar, and white pepper to the pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste with additional salt, sugar, or soy sauce as needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like bok choy, cabbage, or celery to the soup if you like.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water) to the pot and stir until the soup thickens.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
Recipe FAQs
What are dried bean curd sticks?
Dried bean curd sticks, also known as tofu skin or yuba, are made from the skin that forms on the surface of boiled soy milk. They are high in protein and fiber and have a chewy texture.Where can I buy dried bean curd sticks?
Dried bean curd sticks can be found at most Asian grocery stores or online.Can I make this soup vegetarian or vegan?
Yes, you can make this soup vegetarian or vegan by using vegetable broth instead of water and omitting the meat or seafood.Recipe Tips
- Make sure to soak the dried bean curd sticks and shiitake mushrooms in hot water before using them in the soup.
- You can substitute other types of mushrooms for shiitake if you prefer.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste with additional salt, sugar, or soy sauce as needed.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
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