Delicious & Easy Tofu Braised with Tomatoes Recipe

Tofu braised with tomatoes is a simple yet wonderfully flavorful and rich vegetarian dish. With its easy preparation, this dish is not only perfect for vegetarian meals but also an excellent choice for daily family dinners. Join “Sổ Tay Món Ăn” (Recipe Handbook) as we discover how to make delicious and easy tofu braised with tomatoes right here!

Ingredients

• Fried tofu: 3 pieces
• Tomatoes: 2
• Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons
• Vegetarian seasoning powder: 2 teaspoons
• MSG: 2 teaspoons
• Salt: 1 teaspoon

Ingredients for Tofu Braised with Tomatoes

How to Choose Fresh Ingredients

How to Choose Fresh, Delicious Tomatoes

• Choose bright red, plump tomatoes with taut skin and no scratches.
• Look for tomatoes with fresh, firmly attached stems, indicating they are newly harvested.
• Naturally ripened tomatoes will have a faint aroma, while artificially ripened ones usually have no smell.
• Avoid unevenly colored, soft, wrinkled, or bruised tomatoes.

How to Choose Good Tofu (Gypsum-Free)

• Opt for creamy white tofu. Avoid overly yellow pieces, as they may contain gypsum.
• Good tofu should feel light in hand, be elastic, smooth, not dry or crumbly.
• Quality tofu will have a natural soybean aroma. Tofu containing gypsum will have no smell or a limy odor.

How to Prepare Tofu Braised with Tomatoes

Ingredient Preparation

• Cut pre-fried tofu into small, bite-sized cubes.
• Wash tomatoes, remove stems, and cut into wedges.

Preparing ingredients for tofu braised with tomatoes

Braise Tofu with Tomatoes

• Heat a pan over high heat with 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Once hot, add tomatoes and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and a thick, creamy mixture forms.
• Then, reduce heat to low and add the fried tofu, stirring well.
• Season with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of MSG, 2 teaspoons of vegetarian seasoning powder, stir for about 3 minutes to allow the flavors to absorb into the tofu. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then turn off the heat. Transfer the braised tofu with tomatoes to a plate to serve.

Braised tofu with tomatoes cooking process

Finished Dish

• The tofu braised with tomatoes is incredibly appealing with the pale yellow of the tofu and the vibrant red of the tomatoes. The soft, rich, fragrant tofu combined with the mild sourness of the tomatoes will surely make you want more rice!

Finished dish of tofu braised with tomatoes

Small Tips for Making Tofu Braised with Tomatoes

• To make the dish more appealing and aromatic, you can sprinkle a little ground pepper and chopped green onions on top when serving.
• If you want a richer flavor, you can add a little coconut milk when braising the tofu.

Dishes to Combine with Tofu Braised with Tomatoes

• Tofu braised with tomatoes pairs perfectly with Tofu Braised with Fresh Bamboo Shoots, offering a diverse and rich meal.
• If you want to try another dish with tomatoes, refer to Young Jackfruit Braised with Tomatoes for more family meal options.

Conclusion

Tofu braised with tomatoes is an easy-to-make dish that delivers delicious and rich flavors. With the detailed instructions above, you can confidently cook this dish for your family to enjoy. Try it now and share your feedback with “Sổ Tay Món Ăn” (Recipe Handbook)!

References

• Image and recipe sources shared from Facebook: Hòa Oggy and Tiktok: Bếp chay XANH.