Delicious Homemade Dish! Tofu and Bacon Rolls: A Perfect Pair
Mokwoochan Tofu Bacon Rolls Made with Healthy Tofu
A delightful homemade side dish made with healthy tofu and Mokwoochan bacon!
Ingredients- Mokwoochan bacon, desired amount
- Tofu
- Perilla leaves
- Potato starch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, slice the tofu into 1cm thick pieces. It’s best to slice them thickly, as they can easily crumble if too thin. Then, use kitchen towels to thoroughly pat dry the tofu, removing excess moisture. This step is crucial to prevent the tofu from falling apart during cooking and to achieve a crispier texture.
Step 2
While the tofu is drying, wash the perilla leaves, pat them dry, and cut them in half. Adding perilla leaves will enhance the aroma and flavor, making the dish even more delicious. (You can omit the perilla leaves if you prefer.)
Step 3
On a cutting board or plate, lay out a slice of Mokwoochan bacon. Place a piece of the dried tofu on top, followed by a perilla leaf. Then, carefully roll the bacon around the tofu and perilla leaves, securing them tightly. The bacon fat will render and infuse into the tofu, adding a savory richness.
Step 4
Evenly coat the outside of the rolled tofu and bacon with potato starch. Applying a thin, even layer of starch will help create a crispy, fried coating when cooked. Be careful not to use too much starch, as it can make the texture heavy.
Step 5
Heat a pan over medium heat with a generous amount of cooking oil. Carefully place the tofu bacon rolls into the hot pan, ensuring the seam of the bacon is facing downwards first. This will help seal the roll and prevent it from unraveling during cooking.
Step 6
Once the bacon seam is golden brown and cooked, gently swirl the pan or use chopsticks to roll the tofu bacon rolls, cooking them until all sides are golden brown and crispy. Cook slowly until the exterior is nicely browned and the bacon has rendered enough fat to create an appetizing color.
Step 7
Once perfectly cooked, slice the tofu bacon rolls into bite-sized pieces and arrange them beautifully on a plate. Your healthy and delicious homemade ‘Tofu Bacon Rolls’ are now ready! They are best enjoyed warm. You can also serve them with a soy-based dipping sauce.
