---
title: "Pan-Fried Tofu with Scallion (葱煎豆腐)"
description: "Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a rich scallion aroma and a savory, slightly spicy flavor — a classic home-style dish. Tofu is rich in plant protein and calcium, and paired with green peppers and scallion segments for a well-balanced meal."
image: "https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu.jpg"
url: "https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/"
---

# Pan-Fried Tofu with Scallion

**葱煎豆腐 · cōng jiān dòu fu**

> Time: 30 min · Difficulty: Medium · Calories: 364 kcal · Serves: 1 serving · Category: [Vegetables](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/c/vegetable_dish/) (素菜)

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a rich scallion aroma and a savory, slightly spicy flavor — a classic home-style dish. Tofu is rich in plant protein and calcium, and paired with green peppers and scallion segments for a well-balanced meal.

![](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu.jpg)

## Ingredients

- 0.8 pieces White tofu (白豆腐) — per serving
  - Tip: Choose firm northern tofu or aged tofu, which is less likely to break apart.
- 0.67 stalks Scallion (葱) — per serving
  - Tip: Choose scallions with bright green leaves and clean white roots.
- 0.5 pieces Green chili pepper (青辣椒) — per serving
  - Tip: Choose green peppers with smooth, firm skin.
- 3 g Salt (盐) — per serving
  - Tip: Regular iodized salt is fine.
- 1.5 g Chicken bouillon powder (鸡精) — per serving
  - Tip: Used to enhance umami; adjust to taste.
- 9 ml Cooking oil (食用油) — per serving
  - Tip: A high-heat-resistant vegetable oil is recommended.

## Tools

Skillet, Cleaver / chef's knife, Cutting board, Spatula, Small plate

## Method (9 steps)

1. **Cut the Tofu** — Wash the tofu. Cut into slices about 5 mm thick and place on a small plate.
   - Duration: 3 min
   - Tip: Cut the slices to an even thickness so they cook uniformly.
   ![Step 1: Cut the Tofu](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_1.jpg)
2. **Chop the Scallion** — Wash the scallion, remove the roots, and chop into scallion pieces. Set aside.
   - Duration: 1 min
   - Tip: Chop the scallion finely for a stronger flavor.
   ![Step 2: Chop the Scallion](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_2.jpg)
3. **Prep the Peppers** — Wash the peppers, cut them open, remove the seeds, and cut into 1cm × 1cm pieces. Set aside.
   - Duration: 2 min
   - Tip: Removing the seeds reduces the heat.
   ![Step 3: Prep the Peppers](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_3.jpg)
4. **Heat the Skillet and Add Oil** — Heat the skillet, then add an appropriate amount of cooking oil (about 9ml per serving).
   - Duration: 1 min
   - Tip: Heat the skillet before adding oil to prevent sticking.
   ![Step 4: Heat the Skillet and Add Oil](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_4.jpg)
5. **Pan-Fry the Tofu** — Spread the oil evenly across the bottom of the skillet, place the tofu slices evenly, and pan-fry over low heat until golden, then flip.
   - Duration: 5 min
   - Tip: Use low heat and slow frying; don't rush to flip.
   ![Step 5: Pan-Fry the Tofu](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_5.jpg)
6. **Remove the Tofu** — Once both sides are golden, transfer to a small plate and set aside.
   - Duration: 5 min
   - Tip: Flip gently to avoid breaking the tofu.
   ![Step 6: Remove the Tofu](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_6.jpg)
7. **Stir-Fry the Peppers** — Add more oil to cover the bottom of the skillet, add the peppers, and stir-fry over high heat, mashing with the spatula for 3 minutes.
   - Duration: 3 min
   - Tip: Mashing the peppers releases their heat and aroma.
   ![Step 7: Stir-Fry the Peppers](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_7.jpg)
8. **Season and Reduce the Sauce** — Add the tofu and stir-fry, then add salt and chicken bouillon powder. Stir-fry over medium heat for 1 minute, then add 10 ML of water and reduce the sauce over high heat.
   - Duration: 2 min
   - Tip: Reducing the sauce helps the tofu absorb the seasoning.
   ![Step 8: Season and Reduce the Sauce](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_8.jpg)
9. **Sprinkle Scallion and Serve** — Sprinkle the scallion pieces just before serving, then plate the dish.
   - Duration: 30 sec
   - Tip: Add the scallion last to keep its bright green color and rich aroma.
   ![Step 9: Sprinkle Scallion and Serve](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu/step_9.jpg)

## Tips

- Pan-fry the tofu over low heat; beginners should be patient.
- Keep the tofu slices about 5mm thick for the best texture.
- If you have suggestions for improving the process, feel free to submit an Issue or Pull request.

## Overview image

![Pan-Fried Tofu with Scallion — ingredients and steps overview](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/overview/vegetable_dish_cong-jian-dou-fu_overview.jpg)

## Source

Recipe text from [HowToCook](https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook), structured by [Vibe Cook](https://github.com/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend). Public domain (Unlicense).

Original: https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook/blob/master/dishes/vegetable_dish/葱煎豆腐.md

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