Tofu with Toon Sprouts, Hot and Sour Soup, Stir-fried Tofu Cubes with Green Peppers, Cherry Tofu, Loofah Stew with Tofu

2026-05-15

36. Tofu with Toon Sprouts

[Raw Material Selection]

100g tofu, 50g fresh toon sprouts, 3g sesame oil, and appropriate amounts of salt and MSG.

[Scientific Production]

(1) Wash the tofu, boil it briefly in boiling water, take it out and let it cool, then cut it into small cubes.

(2) Wash the incense sticks, blanch them in boiling water, drain them, and cut them into pieces.

Sprinkle the fine powder on top of the tofu, add salt and MSG, drizzle with sesame oil, mix well and it's ready to eat.

[Characteristics of the finished product]

The tofu is light and delicate, while the toon leaves have a rich aroma.

[Weight Loss Efficacy]

Chinese toon has the highest protein content among vegetables (9.8 grams per 100 grams) and is rich in calcium.

It also ranks among the top in terms of dosage (143 mg/100g) and has a high vitamin content (115 mg/100g).

It contains milligrams per 100 grams (mg) and also a relatively high amount of dietary fiber. Eating toon can increase satiety and control [the body's appetite].

It helps control excessive fat intake and prevents constipation. It also has heat-clearing and dampness-removing effects; regular consumption can help.

Tofu aids in weight loss. It is rich in protein, low in fat, and high in minerals, making it beneficial for weight loss.

37. Hot and Sour Soup

[Raw Material Selection]

100g tofu, 10g wood ear fungus, 20g winter bamboo shoots, 20g carrots, and refined oil.

Salt, MSG, chopped green onions, pepper, and cornstarch (all in appropriate amounts).

[Scientific Production]

(1) Cut the tofu into strips and blanch them in boiling water; soak the wood ear mushrooms in warm water.

Soak the ingredients, remove impurities and wash them clean. Cut them into three shreds along with winter bamboo shoots and carrots.

(2) Bring an appropriate amount of water to a boil in a pot, then add shredded wood ear mushrooms, shredded winter bamboo shoots, and carrots.

After boiling the shredded radish again, add salt, MSG, and vinegar, then thicken with a thin cornstarch slurry.

Add tofu strips, bring to a boil, then pour into a soup bowl with chopped green onions and pepper, drizzle with sesame oil, and it's ready to eat.

[Characteristics of the finished product]

It has a vibrant color and a pleasantly sour and spicy flavor.

[Weight Loss Efficacy]

Tofu is a great food for weight loss. Bamboo shoots are low in fat, low in sugar, and high in fiber, making them a good choice for weight loss.

Wood ear mushrooms are an ideal vegetable for those seeking to build up energy and relieve hunger, as well as promote physical and mental well-being. Carrots...

Rich in carotene, various essential amino acids, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and fiber, it has

It helps prevent and treat hypertension and obesity. Combining these ingredients in a soup further enhances its nutritional value.

Rich foods have a good weight loss effect.

38. Stir-fried diced green peppers and tofu

[Raw Material Selection]

250g tofu, 50g carrot, 50g bamboo shoots, 100g green bell pepper.

500g peanut oil (60g used), 50g soy sauce, 10g sugar, 2g MSG

15g chili sauce, 15g chopped green onion, 4g sliced ​​garlic, 4g minced ginger, and wet starch.

30 grams of powder, 5 grams of sesame oil, and an appropriate amount of fresh broth.

[Scientific Production]

(1) Wash the tofu, put it in a bowl, steam it until it is just cooked through, and drain the water.

Cut the carrots, bamboo shoots, and green bell peppers (seeds removed) into 1.5 cm cubes;

Wash them clean and cut them into small elephant eye slices.

(2) Place a wok over heat, add peanut oil and heat to 70% hot, then add diced tofu and fry until...

Turn golden brown, pour into a strainer, and drain the oil.

(3) Leave some oil in the pan and return it to the heat. Heat it to 70% hot and add chopped green onions and garlic.

Sauté sliced ​​ginger and minced ginger until fragrant, then add chili sauce and sauté until the oil turns red. Finally, add carrots.

Stir-fry the tofu slices, bamboo shoot slices, and green bell pepper slices briefly, then add chicken broth, soy sauce, and sugar, and simmer.

Skim off any foam, add the fried tofu cubes and MSG, toss evenly, and coat with wet cornstarch.

Thicken with cornstarch, drizzle with sesame oil, and it's ready to serve.

[Characteristics of the finished product]

Sweet and spicy, tender and savory.

[Weight Loss Efficacy]

Carrots are rich in provitamin A, various amino acids, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and...

Cellulose can help prevent high cholesterol and obesity. Bamboo shoots are rich in protein and low in fat.

Low in fat and sugar, and high in fiber, green bell peppers are excellent for weight loss. They are rich in Vitamin C,

Capsaicin can promote fat metabolism and prevent excessive fat accumulation, thus aiding in weight loss.

Function. These three ingredients, when combined with tofu (which is high in nutrients and minerals and low in fat), make a dish.

This dish is not only rich and comprehensive in nutrition, but also enhances its weight loss effect.

39. Cherry Tofu

[Raw Material Selection]

3 blocks of tofu, 30g hawthorn cake, 50g soybean oil, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce,

Add appropriate amounts of refined salt, MSG, scallions, ginger, and garlic, and 10 grams of starch.

[Scientific Production]

(1) Finely chop the scallions, ginger, and garlic; cut the tofu and hawthorn cake into 1 cm cubes.

Xiao Ding, deep-fry the tofu cubes in hot oil until cooked through, then pour them into a strainer.

(2) Place a wok over heat, add a little oil, and sauté minced scallions, ginger, and garlic.

At the same time, add the fried tofu cubes and diced hawthorn cake to the pot, then add the...

Pour the sauce made from sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, MSG, and water into a pot, thicken it with cornstarch, stir well, and remove from heat.

[Characteristics of the finished product]

It has a sour, sweet, and salty taste, and a beautiful color.

[Weight Loss Efficacy]

Hawthorn cake is made from hawthorn and has the effects of lowering blood pressure and promoting gastrointestinal digestion.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that hawthorn strengthens the spleen and eliminates food stagnation, which is beneficial for weight loss and can be used as an adjunct treatment for secondary obesity.

Hawthorn and tofu, when combined in a dish, have excellent weight-loss benefits.

40. Loofah Stew with Tofu

[Raw Material Selection]

250g tofu, 100g loofah, 30g rendered pork fat, 20g soy sauce

Add appropriate amounts of refined salt, MSG, chopped green onions, sesame oil, and fresh broth.

[Scientific Production]

(1) Wash the tofu, cut it into 2 cm square pieces, and blanch it in boiling water.

Next, scrape the skin off the loofah with a knife, wash it, and cut it into chunks.

(2) Heat lard in a wok over a fire, add the loofah pieces and stir-fry until softened.

Add chicken broth, soy sauce, salt, and chopped green onions. Bring to a boil, simmer for a couple of minutes, then add tofu.

Cut the tofu into pieces, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the tofu puffs up and the broth is reduced by half.

Heat over high heat, add MSG and stir well, then drizzle with sesame oil and it's ready to serve.

[Characteristics of the finished product]

The loofah is tender, the tofu is soft and mushy, and the flavor is refreshing and delicious.

[Weight Loss Efficacy]

The mucilage and saponins in loofah promote bowel movements. It is low in calories and rich in vitamin B₁ and vitamin C.

B₂ and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron are beneficial for weight loss.

This dish, combining tofu and loofah, is an excellent choice for weight loss.

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