red tofu in a cylindrical shape

Directions

1. Crumble the tofu, cut it into small pieces, and boil it in simmering water with a pinch of salt (to make the texture firmer). ⏱ ≈ 10 min
2. Remove from the heat and serve. ≈ 2 min
3. Heat a pan over medium heat with olive oil or vegetable oil. ⏱ ≈ 7 min
4. Add the tofu pieces one at a time, frying each for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through. ⏱ 3 min
5. Remove them from the pan and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to allow any excess oil paint to drain. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
6. Repeat the process until all the pieces are cooked through. ≈ 3 min
7. Remove a small amount of oil paint from the container, add spices (cumin, chili pepper), onion, and bell pepper. ≈ 3 min
8. Come back until they are fragrant. ⏱ ≈ 7 min
9. Add fried tofu and mix it up. ≈ 4 min
10. Season with soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil. ≈ 2 min
11. Add broth and reduce the heat. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
12. Let it simmer until the liquid reduces. ⏱ ≈ 40 min
13. Add shrimp, sesame oil, carrots, mushrooms, and green beans. ≈ 3 min
14. Mix quickly until everything is cooked through. ≈ 4 min
15. Extinguish the fire. ≈ 3 min
16. Place the soup in bowls, then sprinkle with chives or parsley. ≈ 2 min
17. Serve immediately. ≈ 2 min