Yeo Kyung-rae's Signature Tofu

A high-end Chinese banquet dish featuring tofu stuffed with a savory seafood filling, where the inside of the tofu and shrimp dumplings are hollowed out and filled with stir-fried seafood, then steamed to perfection.

Ingredients needed 3 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • When making the dumpling dough, ensure you knead in egg white and starch well—this helps maintain shape and smoothness when frying, preventing breakage.
  • Fry the dumplings only until the outside is firm and lightly golden; internal doneness isn't required. This allows for clean hollowing without crumbling.
  • Add a few drops of sesame oil or cooking oil to the blanching water for bok choy—it creates a protective coating, helping retain vibrant green color and shine over time.

Recommended for

  • Those who wish to serve an elegant homemade gourmet dish on special days such as parents' birthdays or holidays.
  • Cooks eager to challenge themselves with authentic Chinese culinary techniques, including intricate knife skills and three-dimensional dumpling shaping.

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