Date: 02/01/2025 02/02/2025
Location: Star River Meditation Center
Teacher: Yunquan Huang
Weekly Buddhist Cuisine Menu
Stir-Fried Tofu Skin with Two Peppers
Summary:
This is a vibrant and flavorful vegan stir-fry where chewy tofu skin pairs perfectly with crisp green and red bell peppers, creating a light yet satisfying dish with simple seasoning.
Ingredients:
Tofu skin (bean curd sheets) 200g (cut into strips)
Green bell pepper 100g (sliced)
Red bell pepper 100g (sliced)
Light soy sauce 1.5 tablespoons
Vegetarian oyster sauce 1 tablespoon (optional)
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
White pepper powder to taste (optional)
Five-spice powder 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Vegetable oil 1 tablespoon
Water 2 tablespoons
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
Cut the tofu skin into wide strips. Slice the green and red bell peppers.
2. Blanch the Tofu Skin (Optional):
Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the tofu skin for 10 seconds. Drain well to remove any raw taste and improve texture.
3. Heat the Pan:
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced green and red bell peppers, stir-frying for 30 seconds until slightly softened but still crisp.
4. Add the Tofu Skin:
Toss in the tofu skin strips, stirring well to combine them with the peppers.
5. Season the Dish:
Add light soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce (optional), salt, white pepper powder (optional), and five-spice powder (optional). Stir to coat the ingredients evenly.
6. Simmer for Flavor:
Pour in 2 tablespoons of water, cover, and let simmer for 1 minute to allow the tofu skin to absorb the seasoning while keeping the peppers crisp.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy immediately. The tofu skin is flavorful, and the bell peppers add a fresh, crisp bite.
