Elevate your dinner with delicious fried tofu and eggplant with shrimp paste

Adding a touch of rich flavor to fried tofu and eggplant with shrimp paste will make your dinner more enticing with just a few simple cooking steps.

Elevate your dinner with delicious fried tofu and eggplant with shrimp paste

Ingredients:

- 4 pieces of tofu

- 140g of eggplant

- 40g shrimp paste

- Seasonings: chili, galangal, ginger, garlic, salt, sugar…

How to make fried tofu and eggplant with shrimp paste:

Step 1: Making fried tofu

After cleaning the tofu, cut it into small square pieces. Put the tofu into a hot pan of oil, fry until golden and crispy on one side before flipping. This method prevents sticking and ensures the tofu is evenly golden and crispy, making the dish of fried tofu and eggplant with shrimp paste even more delicious.

Step 2: Salting the eggplant with shrimp paste

Prepare the eggplant by trimming the stems, slicing them in half, soaking in diluted saltwater for 10 minutes, then draining and rinsing under cold water. Set aside to drain.

Grind or finely chop all chili, galangal, ginger, and garlic, then add a little hot water and let cool. Pour the mixture into a bowl, season with all the spices to taste. Then, add the eggplant to the bowl, pour in the shrimp paste, and mix everything well. Cover tightly and let sit in a cool place for a few hours before serving. If you prefer less salty eggplant, let it sit for 2 - 3 days before consuming.

The dish of fried tofu and eggplant with shrimp paste pairs perfectly with steamed white rice, offering a rich and tantalizing flavor.

Source: Mytour

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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour