Stir-fried Tofu with Scallions
First, peel and slice the scallions diagonally. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, water, a touch of sugar, and cornstarch. Add water and whisk until combined.
Next, heat oil in a pan and add the tofu cubes. Use a spatula to break the tofu into uneven pieces. Fry until both sides are golden, then remove and drain on a paper towel.
Retain some oil in the pan and add the sliced scallions. Sauté until fragrant, then pour in the sauce mixture and simmer until thickened.
Finally, add the fried tofu to the pan and toss to coat evenly. Your delicious tofu dish is now ready to serve!
Cantonese-style Steamed Chicken
To prepare this flavorful chicken dish, start by removing the giblets, head, and feet, then clean the inside of the chicken thoroughly. Rinse the chicken in a basin of water mixed with salt, flour, and cooking wine. Finally, rinse it again with clean water.
Peel and chop the onion into small pieces. Clean the scallions and divide them into two portions: chop one portion into sections and finely chop the other. Peel and slice the ginger into thin pieces. Place the onion, chopped scallion sections, and ginger on top of the chicken. Sprinkle with salt and cooking wine, then rub it all over the chicken. Gently massage the chicken with the onion and ginger for about 2 minutes to infuse it with flavor.
Boil water in a pot and add preserved oranges, scallion knots, ginger slices, and a pinch of salt. Once the water is boiling, hold the chicken by its legs and quickly dip it into the hot water. Remove it and place it into the pot. Simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, without stirring or flipping the chicken to avoid tearing the skin. Then, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the chicken sit for another 10 minutes.
When the chicken is cooked, take it out and immerse it in a large bowl of clean water. Change the water 2-3 times to help the chicken cool down faster.
While the chicken cools, make the scallion oil: Heat cooking oil over low heat and add sliced onion, chopped scallions, and ginger. Fry until golden, then remove the solids and drizzle the flavored oil over the finely chopped scallions.
Once the chicken is cool, cut it into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on a plate. Finally, pour the scallions and scallion oil over the chicken for a mouthwatering presentation.
Delicious Stir-fried Radish with Pork
Start by peeling and slicing the white radish into thin strips or grating it. Finely chop the ginger and garlic. Slice the sweet peppers and cut the scallions into sections.
In a bowl, mix the radish strips with sugar and salt. Gently squeeze and marinate for about 5 minutes to reduce the radish’s moisture and strong flavor. Then, drain the excess liquid from the radish.
Heat a pan and add the sliced pork belly. Fry until the fat renders, then add pepper, dried chili, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until fragrant. Next, add the drained radish and stir-fry over high heat for about a minute. Pour in the oyster sauce and soy sauce, tossing to coat the radish well.
Once everything is well combined, toss in the sweet peppers and season with salt and seasoning powder. Give it a final stir, then sprinkle with scallions and turn off the heat. Serve this tasty, crispy, and sweet-savory radish and pork dish while it’s hot!
5 Foods You Should Never Reheat
The festive season is a time of culinary delights, with an abundance of food gracing our tables. However, it’s important to be mindful of the potential health hazards that come with reheating certain dishes. The following five festive favorites should be enjoyed in moderation and with caution, as excessive reheating can lead to a host of health issues.