Hakka Stuffed Tofu

An authentic recipe for traditional Hakka Stuffed Tofu, combining firm tofu pockets with a seasoned pork-shrimp filling and a rich oyster sauce glaze.

Level Medium Prep 30 min Cook 20 min Servings 4 Score 4.9/10

Ready in

50 min

Makes 4 servings

Prep 30m

Cook 20m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for traditional Hakka Stuffed Tofu, combining firm tofu pockets with a seasoned pork-shrimp filling and a rich oyster sauce glaze.

Traditional Hakka stuffed tofu featuring golden-seared tofu pockets filled with spiced pork and shrimp in a savory oyster sauce.

Instructions

In a bowl, combine minced pork, minced shrimp, scallions, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, white pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix vigorously until sticky.
Cut the tofu blocks into triangles or small squares. Poke a small pocket into each piece of tofu and gently stuff it with the pork and shrimp filling.
Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the stuffed tofu pieces filling-side down first and sear until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Flip and sear the other sides.
Remove the tofu from the pan. In the same pan, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and oyster sauce, bringing it to a simmer.
Return the stuffed tofu to the skillet, cover, and simmer over low heat for 6-8 minutes until the filling is fully cooked through.
8 min
Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce into a glossy glaze, then garnish and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories 280

Protein 22g

Carbs 8g

Fat 17g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 2g

Sodium 590mg

Serving Size 1 serving

Cooking Timeline

Prep 30 min

Cook 20 min

Total 50 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.3 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.7
Presentation 9.2
Nutrition 8.5
Value 9.0
Instructions 9.3
Ingredients 9.2
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 7.5
Would Make Again 9.0

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

An absolute classic Hakka comfort dish offering a delightful contrast of crispy-seared tofu and savory stuffed filling.

Pros

Authentic Hakka flavor
Great protein balance
Savory glaze

Cons

Requires gentle handling to prevent breaking tofu

Overview

Traditional Hakka stuffed tofu featuring golden-seared tofu pockets filled with spiced pork and shrimp in a savory oyster sauce.

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Summary

An authentic recipe for traditional Hakka Stuffed Tofu, combining firm tofu pockets with a seasoned pork-shrimp filling and a rich oyster sauce glaze.

Tips

Dust the inside of the tofu pockets lightly with cornstarch before stuffing to help the meat stick securely
Always sear the filling side down first so the meat seals and doesn't fall out during frying
Garnish with freshly chopped scallions or cilantro just before serving for an aromatic finish