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Garlicky shrimp steamed tofu ~ 蒜蓉蝦米蒸豆腐

Other than fried egg or omelette, this is my to go recipe when I'm pressed for time to prepare dinner.  With only a few simple ingredients at hand, one can whip up this healthy tofu dish topped with savoury and fragrant dried shrimps and crispy garlic.  A highly recommended dish for busy on-the- go mothers!



Garlicky shrimp steamed tofu ~  蒜蓉蝦米蒸豆腐
Ingredients
1 packet silky tofu
3 tsp dried shrimps
4 pips garlic, chopped
Dark and light soya sauce to taste
sesame oil
chopped chilli to garnish

Method
Saute the chopped garlic with some oil
Add in the dried shrimps and stir-fry till fragrant
Add in the dark and light soya sauce, dish out
Place the tofu onto a heatproof plate
Steam over medium heat for 5 mins.
Remove excess water from the plate
Pour the garlic dried shrimp mixture on top of the tofu
Drizzle on some sesame oil
Garnish with choppoed chillies
Serve



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