Savory Sapo Tahu: Tofu and Seafood Delight
Sapo Tahu
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Red Onion | 1 |
| Oyster Sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Sesame Oil | ½ tablespoon |
| Fish Sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Cornstarch (diluted) | 1 tablespoon |
| Dory Fish | 300g |
| Shrimp | 200g |
| Carrot | 1, sliced |
| Tofu | 200g |
| Quail Eggs | 4, boiled |
| Green Onion | 2, chopped |
| All-Purpose Flour | For coating |
| Cornstarch | For coating |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish and Tofu: Coat the dory fish with all-purpose flour, then fry until half-cooked. Set aside. Next, coat the tofu with cornstarch and fry until golden. Set aside again.
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Cook the Shrimp: Fry the shrimp until half-cooked and set aside.
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Sauté Aromatics: Finely chop the garlic and red onion. In a pan, heat a bit of oil and sauté the chopped garlic and onion until fragrant, then add the chopped green onion.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the previously fried shrimp to the pan, followed by the sliced carrot.
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Season the Dish: Pour in water and add seasoning to taste. Adjust the flavor as necessary.
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Thicken the Sauce: Once the taste is right, mix in the diluted cornstarch and stir until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
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Finish the Dish: Gently incorporate the boiled quail eggs, the fried dory fish, and the tofu into the sauce. Allow it to simmer until the sauce reduces slightly.
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Serve: Once ready, transfer to a serving dish and enjoy your delicious Sapo Tahu!
This comforting dish combines the delicate flavors of seafood with the rich texture of tofu, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
