Boiled Dried Tofu Shreds (Zhu Gan Si)
A classic Huaiyang dish, simmered with shredded ham and shredded chicken in a broth made from dried scallops or dried shrimp.
Ingredients
dried tofu shreds (special dried tofu cut into fine threads)
to taste
dried scallops (for broth)
to taste
shredded ham
to taste
shredded chicken
to taste
shredded young ginger (finely cut)
to taste
Instructions
1
Prepare the broth
Use dried scallops (or small dried shrimp) to make a flavorful broth.
2
Cook the dish
Add the dried tofu shreds to the pot, then add the shredded ham and shredded chicken, and simmer until the flavors are absorbed.
3
Plate and serve
Just before serving, garnish with the finely cut young ginger shreds.
