Cod stew with tofu

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Prepare the ingredients.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Cut the cod into small pieces.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Cut the tofu into small cubes and soak them in salted water until ready to use.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Mince the scallions, ginger, and garlic.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add a pinch of salt to the eggs and beat well. Dip the cod pieces into the egg mixture and coat them evenly.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Pour oil into a non-stick pan and heat it to about 40% of its maximum temperature. Add the cod pieces and fry until golden brown on both sides.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   When the cod pieces are pan-fried until golden brown on both sides, sprinkle a small amount of rice wine evenly over them to remove any fishy smell. Then remove the cod pieces from the pan and set aside.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Add a suitable amount of oil to the pot. When the oil is about 60% hot, add scallions, ginger, garlic, and fermented bean paste, and stir-fry until fragrant.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Add an appropriate amount of boiling water to the pot and bring it to a boil again over high heat.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Add tofu and pan-fried cod pieces, and simmer over medium heat for about ten minutes. When the broth has thickened, add a suitable amount of light soy sauce, cornstarch slurry, and a few drops of sesame oil, and stir well.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Finished dish. The cod stew with tofu, with its tender meat and delicious broth, is ready to be enjoyed!