Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot
Golden tofu and black beans simmered in a peppery caramel with scallion. Rich, savory, and thick with fiber.
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Join HomecookedIngredients
- 400 g Firm tofu
- 250 g Black beans
- 3 Scallions
- 3 cloves Garlic
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Neutral oil
- 1 tbsp Light soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sugar (optional)
Method
- Cube and pan-fry the tofu in the oil until golden, then set aside.
- Melt the sugar to a caramel, add the garlic, then the beans, soy, and a little water.
- Return the tofu and simmer until glazed, 8 minutes, then finish with pepper and scallions.
About Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot
Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot is a Vietnamese lunch or dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes and serves 3.
Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot: frequently asked questions
Is Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot gluten-free?
As written, no — it contains Light soy sauce. You'd need a certified gluten-free swap for that ingredient to make it gluten-free.
How long does Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot take to make?
About 30 minutes start to finish, but only around 21 of those are hands-on — the rest is cooking time. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out sugar — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Tofu & Black Bean Clay-Pot make?
This recipe makes 3 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.