How to make clear and tasty chicken ginger beancurd soup for the Chinese New Year reunion menu

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Brilio.net – In the Chinese New Year tradition, serving dishes with soup is not just a matter of taste, but also a symbol of prayer so that good fortune flows smoothly and family relationships remain harmonious. Chicken Ginger and Tofu Soup is the perfect choice for a Reunion Dinner menu or Chinese New Year dinner.

Chicken symbolizes prosperity, while ginger functions to neutralize the body after eating various Chinese New Year dishes which are usually rich in oil and coconut milk. Soft tofu flower is also believed to be a symbol of good luck and health for the elderly.

Servings: 5-6 people (Perfect for a large family)

The main ingredient:

– Chicken: 1 free-range chicken (cut into 12 pieces), free-range chicken provides a clearer and naturally savory broth for special dishes.
– Tofu Flower: 2 wide sheets of tofu flower, soak in warm water until soft, then cut into cubes.
– Ginger: 3 segments of old ginger, bruised (old ginger gives a stronger warm taste).
– Typical Chinese New Year Additional Ingredients: 10 angco (red dates) and 1 tablespoon kici (goji berries) to add a red hue which symbolizes good luck.

Fine/Chopped Spices:

– 5 cloves of garlic, crushed and chopped.
– 1 stalk of prey leaf (white part only).
– 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp ground white pepper.
– 1 tablespoon premium quality soy sauce.

How to make:

1. Chicken Stew: Boil water, add the free-range chicken pieces. Boil briefly until the dirt comes out, discard the first boiled water, then fill it again with clean water (1.5 – 2 liters).

2. Cook with Ginger: Add the crushed ginger and angco. Cook over low heat (simmer) until the chicken is tender and the broth is delicious.

3. Stir Fry Aroma: In a separate pan, sauté the garlic in a little oil until golden, then pour it and the oil into the soup pot.

4. Add Cauliflower Tofu: Add beancurd and goji berries. Add salt, pepper and soy sauce. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the beancurd absorbs the broth.

5. Serving: Turn off the heat, add a drop of sesame oil. Serve in a large bowl in the middle of the Chinese New Year dining table.

(brl/tin)