Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Tofu and Pork in Black Bean Sauce

Description:
This is a really easy dish for any occasions with a unique flavor that everyone will love.

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 kilo pork loin/fillets, cut into 2cm cubes
  • 450 grams (1lb) silken firm tofu
  • 2 stalks of celery, roughly chopped
  • oil (1 cup for frying and 2 tbsp for sauteing)
  • 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp black bean
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch 
  • 1/2 cup water (use chicken stock or beef broth if available)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Procedure:
  1. Slice the tofu into 1/2 inch thick and fry  until golden brown. Place it in the paper towel to drain the excess oil and cut into 2 cm cubes. Set it aside.
  2. Heat the oil in the wok over medium heat; Add the onion and pork, stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, or until almost cook.
  3. Add the black bean and soy sauce; Add the vinegar and let is simmer for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in the garlic, celery, tofu, black pepper and oyster sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes..
  5. Combine the corn starch, sugar, and water in  a small bowl ,
  6. Pour in the corn starch mixture and stir until thickened.
  7. Serve hot with steamed rice and some Asian greens, if desired.    
  8. Option:Chili flakes or hot sauce can be added for spicy flavor.

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