Steamed Gold Coin Tofu with Prawn Filling

  • Preparation time
    34 min
  • Difficulty Intermediate
  • Number of servings
    8
A delightful and elegant dim sum-inspired dish, Steamed Gold Coin Tofu combines the silky smoothness of Japanese egg tofu with a rich, savory prawn paste. Balanced with MAGGI® seasoning and a luscious gravy, this dish makes a perfect starter or light entrée. Steamed to perfection, it pairs beautifully with warm rice or can be served as a standalone delicacy at family gatherings or festive occasions.
Ingredients
  • 30 Grams Corn starch
  • 5 Grams Sesame Oil
  • 5 Grams Sugar
  • 5 Grams Spices, Pepper, White
  • 10 Grams Maggi Spicy Seasoning
  • 30 Grams MAGGI® Concentrated Chicken Stock
  • 15 Grams MAGGI® Oyster Sauce
  • 20 Grams Egg Tofu
  • 1 Unit Egg
  • 25 Grams Parsley, Fresh
  • 30 Grams Spring Onion
  • 20 Grams Peppers, Hot Chili, Red, Raw
  • 30 Grams Carrot
  • 30 Grams Spices, Ginger, Ground
  • 200 Grams Prawns
Preparation
  • 1
    In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, ginger, carrot, red chili, spring onion, parsley, and egg. Add all seasoning ingredients (except Japanese egg tofu). Mix vigorously in one direction until a sticky, gluey texture forms.
  • 2
    Cut each Japanese egg tofu piece and scoop out a small well from the center. Fill each tofu ring with the prawn mixture and place on a steaming plate.
  • 3
    Preheat steamer to 180°C. Steam the stuffed tofu for 12 minutes. Once done, remove from steamer and arrange neatly on a serving plate.
  • 4
    In a wok, heat 200g water. Add MAGGI® Concentrated Chicken Stock, white pepper, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Thicken with corn starch solution. Pour hot gravy over the steamed tofu.
  • 5
    Let the tofu sit for 2–3 minutes after steaming to allow flavors to settle. Optional: Garnish with lightly blanched broccoli or mushrooms for presentation.
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