Stir-Fried Long Beans with Tofu and Shrimp
This vibrant and delicious dish combines crunchy long beans with succulent shrimp and golden tofu, all sautéed in a savory sauce that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. It’s a delightful meal that pairs beautifully with steamed rice. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- Long Beans: Cut into your preferred size.
- Shrimp: Shelled, deveined, and butterflied. Marinate with a splash of lime juice.
- Tofu: Cut into cubes and lightly fried until half-cooked.
- Oyster Sauce: To taste.
- Sweet Soy Sauce: To taste.
- Granulated Sugar: To taste.
- Salt: To taste.
- Cooking Oil: For sautéing.
- Fried Shallots: For garnish.
- Water: As needed.
Sautéing Spices:
- Shallots: Thinly sliced.
- Garlic: Thinly sliced.
- Bird’s Eye Chilies: Sliced diagonally.
- Curly Red Chilies: Sliced diagonally.
- Bay Leaves: Whole.
- Large Tomato: Diced.
Instructions
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Prepare the Aromatics: Heat some oil in a skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, bird’s eye chilies, curly red chilies, and bay leaves. Sauté until the shallots become translucent and the mixture is fragrant. Add the diced tomato and continue cooking until the tomato softens and releases its juices.
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Cook the Shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet. Stir-fry until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
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Combine Ingredients: Pour in enough water to create a light sauce. Once the water begins to boil, add the long beans and tofu cubes. Stir to combine and ensure everything is well mixed.
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Season the Dish: Add the oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir well and adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow the dish to simmer a bit longer until it reaches your desired consistency.
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Finish and Serve: Once the beans are cooked to your liking and the tofu is heated through, remove the pan from heat. Garnish with fried shallots. Serve the dish hot with steamed rice for a satisfying meal.
Enjoy this flavorful stir-fry that brings together a perfect blend of textures and tastes, making for a wonderful addition to your recipe repertoire!
