How to make delicious onion-marinated tofu like in a pub

Tofu marinated with onions is suitable for all ages, delicious for meals or drinking parties; the instructions below will help your dish be as delicious as a drinking party.

Tofu marinated with onions is not only a lifesaver dish when you are busy but also a great choice for those who love light, light flavors. The ingredients are cheap and easy to find, the way to make tofu marinated with onions is also very simple, however if you master a few small tips, you will be surprised at the difference.

Ingredients for making onion-marinated tofu

Cách làm đậu phụ tẩm hành ngon như quán nhậu - Ảnh 1. — Ingredients for making onion-marinated tofu. (Photo: ABCfood)

- Tofu: 1 large block (about 300-400gr), choose fresh tofu, smooth surface, not sour.

- Scallions: 1 medium bunch, choose new, fresh onions for the most flavorful taste.

- Garlic: 2-3 cloves; garlic helps add rich flavor to the dish.

- Chili (depending on preference): 1-2 if you like spicy food.

- Seasoning: Fish sauce, sugar, ground pepper, cooking oil.

How to make delicious onion-marinated tofu

Step 1: Prepare tofu

Rinse the tofu sheets gently under running water to remove any dirt. Drain the tofu completely; this is important to avoid oil splatters when frying and to ensure the tofu pieces achieve a crispier texture. You can use paper towels to pat the surface of the tofu dry.

Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes, about 1-1.5cm thick. This size helps the tofu cook evenly and absorb the seasoning easily.

Step 2: Prepare green onions and other ingredients

Remove the roots and wilted leaves of the green onions, wash them, and cut them into 3-4cm pieces. Peel the garlic and chop it finely. If you use chili, chop it finely as well.

Step 3: Fry the tofu

Place the pan on the stove, add enough cooking oil to heat (the amount of oil should be enough to cover about 1/3 of the tofu). When the oil is hot, gently add each piece of tofu and fry over medium heat. Do not use too high a heat because it will cause the tofu to burn quickly on the outside while the inside is not cooked.

Turn the tofu over until golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.

Remove fried tofu to a plate lined with absorbent paper to absorb excess oil.

Step 4: Make fish sauce with onion

This is an important step that determines the flavor of the onion-marinated tofu. In a small bowl, add:

- 2 tablespoons of good fish sauce

- 1 teaspoon sugar

- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper.

- Minced chili (if you like spicy food).

Stir well until sugar dissolves, season to suit your family's taste.

Step 5: Marinate the tofu with onions

Reuse the pan that you used to fry the tofu, drain off some of the cooking oil (leaving only about 1 tablespoon), add minced garlic and saute until fragrant.

Add the chopped green onions and stir quickly over high heat for about 10-15 seconds until the onions are just cooked but still retain their bright green color and characteristic aroma. Do not stir-fry the onions for too long because it will make them soft and lose their flavor.

Add the fried tofu to the pan, stir gently so the tofu does not break.

Slowly pour the fish sauce mixture over the tofu, stir gently so that the tofu absorbs the seasoning evenly. Stir quickly so that the fish sauce thickens and coats the tofu evenly, then turn off the heat.

Cách làm đậu phụ tẩm hành ngon như quán nhậu - Ảnh 2. — Illustration photo (Photo: Redboat)

Serve the onion-marinated tofu on a plate, sprinkle with some ground pepper if you like. This dish is best served hot with white rice. You can serve it with raw vegetables such as lettuce or herbs to add a fresh flavor.