Pure tofu balls

Overview

My favorite thing to eat is this kind of pure tofu fried meatballs. I use northern tofu and only add some seasonings. Nothing else is added. Just like noodles, the tofu is chopped and kneaded, and then fried without adding a little starch. The fried balls are very tough on the outside and soft and hollow on the inside. They are very delicious when steamed or boiled. And it completely retains the natural flavor of tofu. The method is also simple, the only thing is that it takes a little effort. This kind of meatballs is basically what every family here makes during the Chinese New Year.

Tags

• hot dishes
• vegetarian
• five spice powder
• ginger powder
• northern tofu
• salt

Ingredients

Steps

1. 1 Choose Bei Tofu, also known as Lao Tofu. Choosing tofu is very important. You must know which tofu is delicious. Delicious tofu will make meatballs with good taste.

   

2. 2 Crush the tofu into crumbs.

   

3. 3 Finely chop the ginger and add salt and five-spice powder.

   

4. 4 Just like kneading dough, knead repeatedly until the tofu is thickened, which takes about ten minutes. Don't think that the tofu won't be kneaded. If it feels sticky when kneading, it means it is kneaded. Otherwise, you have to continue kneading. This is the key to the success of this meatball. After kneading, let it sit for 30 minutes.

   

5. 5 Form the kneaded tofu into balls, and form the balls in advance so that the time is right for them to mature together.

   

6. 6 Heat the oil pan at 70-80% and fry until it changes color. Don't move it after putting it in the pot. Wait until the skin is set and then shake it. If you move it too early, it may become rotten.

   

7. 7 The fried meatballs are delicious even if eaten directly. I fried them into several. It can also be steamed, stir-fried, or boiled. It is a convenient side dish during the Chinese New Year.