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Crispy Bean Curd & Celery Stir-Fry

Cultural Context

Originating from traditional Chinese cuisine, stir-frying is a quick cooking method that preserves the vibrant colors and textures of vegetables. This dish highlights the harmony between crispy bean curd and crunchy celery, often enjoyed as a nutritious meal. Today, variations of stir-fry can be found globally, with countless adaptations to suit local tastes and available ingredients.

ChineseCNmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 lb dried tofu
2 cups celery
1 cup carrots
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mushroom powder
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bean curd

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Firm tofu maintains texture while being lower in calories.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium option is better for heart health.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthier fats.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener.

1

Cut dried tofu into thin slices and set aside.

2

Separate the celery stalks from the leaves and slice the stalks on a diagonal, removing fibrous strings.

3

Peel and cut carrots into strips for later use.

4

Heat a pan with cold vegetable oil and add a teaspoon of salt.

5

Pan fry the dried tofu until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Add carrot strips and sliced celery to the pan and stir fry everything together.

7

Season with salt and mushroom powder to taste, adding water if it gets too dry.

8

Add celery leaves and stir fry briefly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

pressingfryingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifespatulatofu press

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Stir-Fried Tofu and Celery

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