i've never seen this recipe anywhere else -- i learned it from a taiwanese vegetarian cook. it's a very simple dish, but the blend of flavors is stunning and unique. golden, gingery and sweet-without-sugar.
1. soak in water for a few minutes until soft:
dried tofu sheets
2. chop into long matchsticks:
a little ginger, peeled
carrots, peeled or unpeeled
3. remove the tofu sheets from the water and slice into strips.
4. heat a little oil in a pan or wok, then add the ginger. before the ginger turns brown, add the carrots. stir a while, and before the carrots are fully cooked, add the tofu sheets. stir a while, and add:
a little water
a little salt
5. let it cook, still stirring, until the liquid is almost gone -- the liquid should be orange or yellow-colored. if it isn't, add a little more water and wait. this will take a few minutes, so be patient -- but don't overcook.
enjoy!
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