Spicy Gai Lan and Tofu Soup
Spicy Gai Lan and Tofu Soup is a bold, nourishing dish made with Chinese broccoli, tofu, and a rich, broth. Perfect, quick and healthy meal!
Ingredients
- 8 oz Extra Firm Tofu cut into cubes
- 1 lbs. Gai Lan chopped, separate stems from leaves
- 1 tbsp Ginger Grated
- 5 Shiitake Mushrooms small
- 2 Scallions sliced
- 1 tbsp Cilantro
- 1 Bird Eye Chilies thinly sliced
For Sauce:
- 32 oz Vegetable Stock
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 tsp Sriracha Sauce or hot chili sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Mix Soy Sauce, Sriracha, Rice Vinegar, Sesame Oil, Salt and Black Pepper in a bowl and set it aside.
- In a large pot, add in 1 tbsp sesame oil along with grated ginger, and chopped scallion whites. Sauté for 30-60 seconds.
- Add the vegetable stock, Sauce Mix, Shiitake Mushrooms, and the Gai Lan stems. (leave the leaves for later) and simmer for 3 minutes until tender.
- Add the leafy Gai Lan, scallion greens along with chopped Thai chilies, and simmer one minute more.
- Add Tofu gently on top (just heating it in the hot broth) and garnish with cilantro and diced scallions.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Press the Tofu – Removing excess water ensures better texture and flavor absorption.
- Use Fresh Ingredients – Fresh ginger and garlic make a noticeable difference in taste.
- Simmer Gently – Avoid overcooking the gai lan to maintain its crunch.
- Store & Reheat – Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently to preserve texture.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcal
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