Lucas Sin Teaches You How to Pan-Fry Tofu 2 Ways | In The Kitchen With

Chef Lucas Sin of Junzi Kitchen is back to teach you two ways to pan-fry tofu. First is using silken tofu that when done patiently, creates a delicate texture that is hard to break up in a sauce. The second is to freeze firm tofu, which helps extract the moisture. To complete the dish learn a simple yet flavorful mixture of soy sauce, abalone sauce, rice wine, and aromatics. GET THE RECIPE ►► https://f52.co/3NA1op6

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VIDEO CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:52 Prep Firm Tofu
00:04:38 Silken Tofu
00:07:47 Sear Firm Tofu
00:10:01 Sear Silken Tofu
00:13:47 The Final Build
00:18:40 Time to Eat

PREP TIME: 3 hours 15 minutes
COOK TIME: 15 minutes
SERVES: 2

INGREDIENTS

1 packet (16 ounces) firm tofu OR silken tofu, drained
Kosher salt
Neutral oil
1 shallot, sliced thinly cross-wise
3 cloves garlic, sliced thinly length-wise
1/2 Thai red chile or similar, sliced thinly
2 scallions, cut into 2-inch segments, making sure white and green parts are separated
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 teaspoons abalone sauce
1 teaspoon rice wine (Mijiu or Shaoxing wine)
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon MSG or mushroom powder
1 tablespoon potato starch

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