1 . Steamed stuffed tofu is tofu stuffed with a mixture of beef, shrimps, and vegetables, which is then battered and deep-fried until crispy outside and finally steamed with lightly seasoned sauce. The tofu is snow white in color and tastes extremely smooth and tender. When you bite off the pastry outside, the tender and smooth filling inside slips into your mouth.

Here is how to cook it.

1. Rinse (清洗) the tofu. Cut horizontally and then cut into big cubes. Scoop out a hole in each tofu cube.

2. Rinse the dried shrimps in cold water. Soak in hot water for 10 mins and cut finely by scissors.

3. Add all marinade (腌泡汁) into the minced beef, stir well and marinate for 15 mins.

4. Cut out the root of the winter mushrooms. Soak in water for 20 mins. Tear into small bunches. Drain (排干) and set aside.

5. Stuff the marinated meat into the tofu cubes and wrap on heat resistant cling wrap.

6. Steam the tofu:

-using electric steamer: steam at 100℃ for 10 mins.

-on the stovetop: put in wok when the water boils, steam on high heat for 10 mins.

At the same time, heat up the cooking oil in a pan on high heat. Add the garlic, winter mushrooms and seasonings. Then add the water. Cook and stir for about 2 mins. Then add the corn starch mixture at this time. Stir well and turn off heat.

7. When the tofu is done, drain off the accumulated liquid. Put chopped scallion on top and pour the glaze together with the winter mushrooms on top of the tofu and serve. Enjoy!!!

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