Lucas Sin Teaches You How to Pan-Fry Tofu 2 Ways | In The Kitchen With

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Chef Lucas Sin of Junzi Kitchen is back to teach you two ways to pan-fry tofu. First is using silken tofu that when done patiently, creates a delicate texture that is hard to break up in a sauce. The second is to freeze firm tofu, which helps extract the moisture. To complete the dish learn a simple yet flavorful mixture of soy sauce, abalone sauce, rice wine, and aromatics. GET THE RECIPE ►► https://f52.co/3NA1op6 Also featured in this video Thomas Keller Insignia Nonstick Stainless Steel Frying Pan: https://f52.co/3Gugjza Five Two by GreenPan Essential Nonstick Skillets: https://f52.co/3POHiJZ Five Two Bamboo Double Sided Cutting Board: https://f52.co/3lMpaTc Five Two Wooden Spoons: https://f52.co/3GJAFEm Looking for something specific? VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:52 Prep Firm Tofu 00:04:38 Silken Tofu 00:07:47 Sear Firm Tofu 00:10:01 Sear Silken Tofu 00:13:47 The Final Build 00:18:40 Time to Eat PREP TIME: 3 hours 15 minutes COOK TIME: 15 minutes SERVES: 2 INGREDIENTS 1 packet (16 ounces) firm tofu OR silken tofu, drained Kosher salt Neutral oil 1 shallot, sliced thinly cross-wise 3 cloves garlic, sliced thinly length-wise 1/2 Thai red chile or similar, sliced thinly 2 scallions, cut into 2-inch segments, making sure white and green parts are separated 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 2 teaspoons abalone sauce 1 teaspoon rice wine (Mijiu or Shaoxing wine) 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon MSG or mushroom powder 1 tablespoon potato starch SUBSCRIBE TO FOOD52 ►► https://f52.co/2HN7Dp8 CONNECT WITH FOOD52 Web: https://food52.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@food52 Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletter ABOUT FOOD52 As a one-stop shop for joyful living, Food52 connects discerning home cooks with the interests they're passionate about via award-winning food and lifestyle content across platforms. We provide our audience with the recipes and solutions they crave to eat thoughtfully, live joyfully, entertain beautifully, and travel differently.