How to Make Bean Curd Rolls

Making tofu skin rolls or bean curd rolls at home is a fun and satisfying experience, especially when you can create a crispy, savory dish that rivals restaurant quality. My recipe allows you to make delicious tofu skin rolls filled with either radish or glutinous rice. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or a light meal!

Course Dim Sum

Cuisine Chinese

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Servings

Calories 317kcal

Ingredients

500 g radish
15 g salt for pickling the radish
200 g pork belly diced
2 tsp light soy sauce
1 tsp Shaoxing wine
1 tsp oyster sauce
1/2 tsp chicken bouillon powder or substitute with salt
2-3 stalks scallions chopped
1 tbsp cooking oil for frying

Instructions

(1) Making the Radish Filling

Prepare the Radish:
Wash and peel 1-2 radishes (about 500g). Shred them finely using a grater.
Place the shredded radish in a large bowl and sprinkle with 15g salt. Mix well and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture.
After pickling, squeeze the radish to remove excess water, and set aside.
Cook the Filling:
Heat a pan over low heat with 1 tbsp cooking oil. Add 200g diced pork belly and stir-fry until the fat renders and the meat turns slightly golden.
Add 2 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp Shaoxing wine, 1/2tsp chicken bouillon powder and 1 tsp oyster sauce. Stir to coat the pork evenly.
Add the drained radish to the pan and stir-fry until combined.
Finally, stir in chopped scallions and cook for a minute. Remove from heat and set aside.

(2) Glutinous Rice Filling

Refer to the siu mai filling recipe for instructions.

(3) Wrapping the Tofu Skin Rolls

Prepare the Tofu Skin:
Trim any tough edges of the tofu skin if necessary, and trim it into roughly 10x10 cm squares.
Wrap the Filling:
Place a square of tofu skin on your work surface. Add a spoonful of filling (either radish or glutinous rice) in the center.
Start by folding one corner of the bean curd sheet inward, then fold the sides in toward the center. Next, roll it forward. To secure the seam, dip your fingertip in the flour-water mixture and apply it to the edge for better adhesion, then continue rolling until it's fully wrapped.

(4) Pan-Frying the Tofu Skin Rolls

Heat a small amount of oil in a pan. Once hot, place the rolls in the pan and cook over low heat.
Turn frequently to cook all sides evenly until the tofu skin is crispy and golden brown. Serve hot.

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