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Crispy Vegan Goose — Chai Ngor (Su Er 素鹅)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients
  

Dried tofu skin (干腐皮)
Red fermented beancurd / nam yu (南乳)
Five-spice powder (五香粉)
Sugar (糖)
White pepper (白胡椒粉)
Water (水)
Neutral oil (食用油)
Toothpicks (牙签)

Method
 

Prep the Tofu Skin
    Make Seasoning Paste
      Layer and Fold
        Steam
          Fry Until Crispy
            Serve

              Notes

              Pan-fry for traditional chew and crisp; air-fry for lighter crunch. Best fresh, but chewy when cooled is still delicious! Inspired by chef at Wenshu Yuan Monastery in Chengdu. This recipe is intentionally savory and umami-forward — shines as a topping or side for rice or noodles. For standalone snacking, use 1 piece fermented beancurd or pair with fresh cucumber slices.