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Dou Dou (豆豆)

Garlic Tofu & Bean Sprouts — 蒜香豆腐芽菜

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients
  

Bean sprouts (豆芽)
Firm tofu (板豆腐)
Spring onion (葱花)
Garlic (蒜头)
Light soy sauce (酱油)
Dark soy sauce (黑酱油)
Balsamic vinegar (乌醋)
Sugar (糖)
Chili flakes (辣椒面)
Neutral oil (热油)

Method
 

Prepare the bean sprout bed
    Slice and layer the tofu
      Microwave the tofu and sprouts
        Make the garlic sauce
          Sauce the tofu

            Notes

            For a non-microwave version, steam the tofu and bean sprouts in a bamboo steamer for 8 minutes. If the dish is too watery, drain the excess liquid before adding sauce. Extra-firm tofu pressed for 10 minutes before slicing yields a firmer texture.