Spicy Gai Lan and Bean Curd Soup
Warm up your taste buds with this vibrant and nourishing Spicy Gai Lan and Bean Curd Soup, a perfect blend of authentic Asian flavors and wholesome ingredients. This quick 40-minute recipe features tender gai lan (Chinese broccoli), protein-packed firm tofu, and a fragrant broth infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of red chili heat. Thickened with a light cornstarch slurry, the soup achieves a silky texture that pairs beautifully with the earthy umami of soy sauce and the nutty aroma of sesame oil. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this plant-based dish is both satisfying and packed with nutrients. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of freshness and enjoy a comforting bowl of deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Gai lan (Chinese broccoli)
- 300 grams Firm tofu (bean curd)
- 1 liter Vegetable stock
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 1 piece Red chili
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon White pepper powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and trim the gai lan. Separate the leaves from the stalks and cut the stalks into 2-inch pieces.
Dice the firm tofu into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Peel and grate the ginger. Thinly slice the red chili.
In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and red chili, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring it to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Add the gai lan stalks to the pot first (as they take longer to cook) and let them simmer for 3 minutes. Then, add the gai lan leaves and tofu cubes.
Season the soup with soy sauce, salt, and white pepper powder, stirring well to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering soup, stirring constantly to slightly thicken the broth.
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce or salt if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.7 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4787 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 73.6 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2326 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3206 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
