3:36 "In the West, tofu has this connotation as a [meat] substitute, but in Asian culture, it's often the star of the show." Thank you so much for saying this!!!!! I love the educational parts of your show.

@THEanovah

Жыл бұрын

Tofu as impossible meat is totally missing the point ... It should be prepared and cooked in the same way in the West as in Asia. Spaghetti isn't used in Asia as a ramen substitute, right?

@randomoneforstuff3696

Жыл бұрын

@@THEanovah This is not "impossible meat" -- fried tofu has been around for thousands of years.

@adeghesthai

Жыл бұрын

​@@randomoneforstuff3696 that's exactly his point(?)

@peacechan4500

Жыл бұрын

Btw, this is also true for Tempe. Tofu cousin.

@renren2740

Жыл бұрын

So true! Other plant-based ingredients, from tempe to jackfruit, they are are their own categories/ stars of the dish and rarely consider as 'substitute' like in the West. I just so annoyed why vegetarian/vegan in the west have to be always that kind of mindset ;/

Boiling the tofu in salted water was an eye opener! Thank you for the technique!

@chauchau7920

2 жыл бұрын

I did not know To boil TOEFL and salted water. It was an eye-opener for me as well

@UpUpAndAway

2 жыл бұрын

I came here to say the same thing, holy crap this is gonna upgrade my vegan life a bunch

@pinkgangsta6157

2 жыл бұрын

Boiling or steaming tofu makes the texture denser, this is similar method I use to make Indonesian food :)

@katscua417

Жыл бұрын

I agree!! What's the difference with pressing and freezing with the boiling tofu?:)

@koppatrick26

Жыл бұрын

That worked wonders. The texture is amazing

This is the first recipe I made from this channel and wanted to share that my husband said this is the best crispy tofu he's ever had. I want to thank you for your passion and dedication of sharing Chef Lau's Cantonese recipes. I watch these videos not only for Chef Lau's erudite knowledge on Cantonese cooking and cuisine, but also it brings me back to the days when my dad also cooked Cantonese/Hakka cuisine. My dad passed away 12 years ago and I would have to try to mimic his cooking but I didnt take the time to jot down recipes or ask why a dish is prepared a certain way. Please keep the videos coming as this will preserve Cantonese cooking for many generations!

Bless Pops for explaining the Why, When & How in all these recipes because it really arms us non-chefs with tools and a great education on each ingredient and allows us to a-ply this knowledge in our own experiments. I keep foolishly buying tofu with optimism that I’ll figure it out. Thanks to this generous recipe, I think I can confidently accomplish a tofu dish!

@Android-1138

4 ай бұрын

It takes some time to figure tofu out but, once you do it so worth it!! I haven't ever heard/seen his technique for drawing the water out by boiling it in salt water, I've always pressed my tofu between 2 flat surfaces with weight on top but, I like his way a lot more, going to try it next time. Biggest thing IMO is getting the water out of the tofu be fore cooking it because it's either going to ruin your dish with liquid or never take the flavor but, I always have luck with getting all the water out and then ill add my seasonings to water and let tofu suck that up while cooking, or if you do what he's done and coat with starch add a sauce/dry spice after it just turns out better but, I'm sure others could tell you way more than I.

I was having a bad day but seeing your family and Hong Doy loving the food is helping this crummy day out a lot. Thanks for the recipe Lau Clan!!

@masdfghhhkkaassddfg1370

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you feel better :) from a stranger

@jjktng

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you having a good day

@jumpinjohnnyruss

Жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure Hong Doy is part of his family.

@Talk2WandaVision

Жыл бұрын

@@jumpinjohnnyruss “Hong Doy loving the food”. Obviously he’s part of the family lol. This is why we need commas!

@phadindraadhakari5198

11 ай бұрын

@@Talk2WandaVision a wwe

I made this last night and it was smashing good. I am once again mind-blown at how a simple method of preparing the tofu has such a profound impact on the outcome. I'd done many a fried tofu dish with the simple "dust in cornstarch then fry" and it was fine. This method though...it's not even a fair comparison. I had to take a taste bite of just the tofu, and I would eat it without any other preparation. It absolutely brought the tofu to life.

@filipinocitizen5756

Жыл бұрын

What is the seasoning mix?

@lukeItsAmeMArio

Жыл бұрын

Some super savory tips Replace salt with good generous amount belacan (shrimp paste looks like a brick) in the water boiling tofu and let it marinade and cool down for couple minutes. Crush Toast dried some belacan about a table spoon and mix it with flour. No salt needed belacan is salty enough Your whole house will smell really fishy so make sure ventilation is good.

@justinchannel2810

Жыл бұрын

​@@filipinocitizen5756It was a garlic salt and a ground black pepper

Thank you for the English subtitles and voice over. I tried to learn Cantonese from college office mates and failed miserably. Your dad is awesome for sharing his wisdom and for his joyful energy. You are awesome for the generous and skillful way you have presented this recipe. Thank you!

This is the first video I've seen from your channel, and I loved it! I love your dad's style of explaining - all humility and passion for his craft and zero ego. And your family are so wholesome! Definitely going to binge watch a bunch of your content!

Your dad is a born teacher! I love how he speaks of the fundamentals of cooking as he cooks. This is the 3rd or 4th video of yours that I watched, and I remember that the first one also had moments like that. I love it when cooks teach about the why, not just showing us the how. Thanks so much! Also, your family is adorable. 😍

For vegans: I've tried this without egg .. it works well, but you need to double-fry. Put the cooked dry tofu in a bag with good excess of starch. shake till all is covered. Fry, let cool on a paper that absorbs fat, fry again. After one frying the tofu is crispy but will get soggy in next steps. With double frying the tofu stays crispy forever.

@katscua417

Жыл бұрын

Did you boil yours in salt water too? Or did you just press your tofu?

@CyberMachine

Жыл бұрын

@@katscua417 still boil

@adriancalisto3409

Жыл бұрын

Another tip is to add 1/2 tbs bobs red mills egg replacement per egg equivalency, add 2 tbs of water and emusify 1 tsp of olive oil (you can even flavor it with 2 pinch of kala manak for an accurate egg taste).

@augustaseptemberova5664

Жыл бұрын

@@katscua417 Personally I just buy very firm tofu and then press it lightly .. a little moisture is needed for the starch to stick to it well. I've never boiled my (edit: firm) tofu before frying - maybe it's better, but I haven't tried it yet.

@pugtales

Жыл бұрын

Will try it with Just Egg. Made quinoa croquettes with it today and panko and they were amazing. I LOVE crispy tofu and if it's with a spicy savory sauce and white rice,damn

I made this yesterday it was delicious. I did skip the blanching of the tofu as I was in a rush but still followed the techniques and got a lovely end result. I needed to swap out the cornstarch for rice flour as that was all I had. I tossed it in some chili oil just before serving and all my kids finished the pot! Thankyoufor this great recipe. it was such a light but flavorful meal.

I love your dad and how great you bond. And how awesome he is to cook and also explain the process. My Dad passed away when I was 23, I am now 40. I cook for my Mum often, I will try to cook this dish. She loves Asian inspired dishes, with all the vegetables also. Just not spicy! Thankyou, another dish I can try and make for my family. EDIT: Also this looks like it can be Gluten Free. Unfortunately our family cannot eat gluten, so this will be an awesome dish! Thankyou Lau and family

A bit of a warning for anyone who's trying this dish, It's addicting as hell, watch out. I've been taught how to make this dish around a week ago and now I'm stocking a lot of tofu just to make this dish DAILY. breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack I can't get myself to stop making this dish. It's so simple, yet so flavorful and even more complete with hot rice my god.

@HyeonsikLi

2 жыл бұрын

What does it taste like? I have never eaten Tofu before but I'm about to start.

@suluhwidyotomo7942

2 жыл бұрын

@@HyeonsikLi savory and a bit spicy (you can adjust the spiciness yourself tbh), eat it with hot rice

@HyeonsikLi

2 жыл бұрын

@@suluhwidyotomo7942 i will give it a try soon. Fried tofu looks way more appealing to me tbh

@presidentjiang6762

2 жыл бұрын

Well it’s scrumptious but who can eat deep fried food every day?

@presidentjiang6762

2 жыл бұрын

Well you’re probably not culturally Asian I guess

the best part of these videos is when you are asking dad questions, i've never once seen him not have a clear answer with a reason for why he is doing something. i don't even cook much chinese food and just those parts make it very interesting to watch. i love to watch someone with such a deep life experience explaining how they view something or why they view it that way. his views aren't mystical or tied to traditions he can't explain, when he explains them it seems like common sense. to be really honest, I don't like tofu and deep frying is something i avoid doing at all costs, but i'll probably try making this.

I finally made this tonight and it's amazing! Even my picky daughter was asking for more. Thanks for showing us how easy great food can be to make.

Really enjoy these cooking videos. My Dad worked in Chinese restaurants for many years and your dad reminds me very much of him, down to his expressions and descriptions of the techniques when trying to teach me when I was young. All the best.

I fcking love how you provide cooking summaries. This is like a video textbook. It's so idiot proof and I LOVE it

that moment where Hong Doy gave a big "MMMMMMM" and everyone celebrates has 1000% improved my day

Amazing! I really appreciate how you ask questions like what options could work instead of whatever ingredient, and talk about why certain steps are important!

Love the father/son collaboration! Great video and amazing looking recipe. Thanks for inviting us into your kitchen and sharing this, I can't wait to try it!

Italian professional chef here, I'm in love with Chinese cuisine and Daddy Lau is definitely my hero! He's my Bruce Springsteen of chinese cooking

@TheTamago

3 ай бұрын

I read it with Chef John's voice "after all, you're the Bruce Springsteen of Chinese cuisine !"

@JulieIelasi-lt7yp

18 күн бұрын

Me too

@JulieIelasi-lt7yp

18 күн бұрын

My favourite is squid 🐙 😍 Italian's cook it alot too 😋

thank you! Always wondered why my fried tofu was not crispy. Daddy Lau's techniques were an invaluable lesson to getting home cooked fried tofu on a par with what is served in restaurants. The Lau family's efforts to share Daddy Lau's legacy is working; you have helped us to serve better tasting/more authentic Chinese food at home. Love it!

I really like the way you use English subtitles, talking through while your Dad cooking and also Summary in the end to make it easy for us. Cam Cam is quite adorable 😍 too

Love how you explain the cooking process and the why. Thanks.

I absolutely love learning from your dad! He's calm and straight forward. And quick! I also love hearing his language. It's so good on the ears. You are so lucky to have him!!

You guys are absolutely a wonderful family. And Daddy Lau's Chef Skills are amazing and a true gift for everyone to enjoy and cherish. Great and Wholesome Channel!

聽到世伯講廣東話, 好有親切感, 又有中英文字幕, 謝謝 劉氏父子家庭 做福人群🙏😊❤

@MadeWithLau

Жыл бұрын

非常感謝您的支持和肯定！老劉祝福您與家人健康快樂！

多謝劉師傅教導🙏🏻

My grandma passed away last year but due to covid 19, I wasn’t able to make it back to Hong Kong to see her. My grandma loved food, her cookings always amazed me and for the longest time I want to document them exactly how you are doing it. Your dad definitely reminds me of my grandma. The way he speaks, the way he explained how to cook the dish & how he gets excited when the dish is done is the same as my grandma shouting out loud from her kitchen when the food is ready. I love seeing you guys eatting together and make conversations, this is how I would have imagined to do with my grandma. Thank you so much for doing this & definitely keeping these receipts for my children as well! 💖

Tofu should be made as it’s own food group in my humble opinion.. so simple but yet can absorb almost any great sauces tastes 😋. Thank you Lau Family

@MadeWithLau

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Totally agree ❤️❤️

@primalconvoy

Жыл бұрын

Nah, it's simply an ingredient that can be added to other dishes, nothing more.

@billydong9640

Жыл бұрын

@@primalconvoy good on your opinion 😉

@wordsandtricks

Жыл бұрын

Agree. Tofu deserves its own emoji! 😁

@LuriTV

Жыл бұрын

it at least has it's own mode in Resident Evil games

How can you not love this family!!! Papa Lau is amazing!!

I never thought about boiling with salt to help it dry out!! I always struggle to get mine dry enough to fry with such a crispy texture! Thank you and thank your dad for showing us these tricks!

I always have trouble making this dish for my family. Now that I know the proper process, I will give it a try again this weekend. Thank you Chef Lau... you are simply the best! Who needs Yan Can Cook when we have Made with Lau.

@MadeWithLau

2 жыл бұрын

Awww thank you Vitus! Hope your family loves it!!

@susanyik3715

Жыл бұрын

Great teacher. Love your dad cooking.

This has always been my favorite dish to order at Chinese restaurants, and it's always the dish that gets finished first. My family is definitely going to try to make this this weekend. Thanks for this amazing video!

This was the very first tofu dish I ever tried to make and it turned out super yummy! I fell in love with fried tofu. I made some for my relatives when they were over and they loved it too. Eventho I barely cook, this was an easy-to-follow recipe that even I couldn't mess up! I plated it with steamed green beans and rice. I can't get enough of it! Thank you for the guidance!

And the Summary at the end is amazing!!!! It's so helpful!!!

Thank you for featuring a vegetarian dish 🤩🤩🤩 Also really appreciate the amount of details you guys go into explaining the recipe and method!

Love fried tofu dishes, especially covered with sauce just before serving, but we only ate this sort of dish at restaurants bc my parents don’t know how to deep fry anything. Can’t wait to try this out! Love the format of your videos- very organized, and the summary at the end is nice.

By far, the best Chinese cooking video channel. 🏆 Simple, quick, concise, easy to follow. Good English and Mandarin subtitles. Good graphics. 👏👏👏

Love to see your Dad cooking and thanks for all the clear step-by-step explanation! 👍🏼

I can't imagine how many people are going to end up amazing cooks due to your (and others) videos. If I had content this great growing up I would have been a lot better by now haha. Especially with recipes for some of my all time favourite dishes (this one is totally up there with Mapo Tofu)

Watching the Made With Lau videos has made the texture of the recipes I make so much better, not only the flavor. The dishes taste so much more like the restaurant style food I am aiming for. Thank you, Lau Family!

@katinapactol-baez1317

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too

This channel is so wonderful and makes me feel quite emotional! Thank you for sharing your cooking, culture, and family with us.

Wow - great recipe and video! Thanks to you and especially your pop!

I just made this and am still eating it and it's so good! I've tried making tofu recipes before and they were always so-so, but I knew when I saw this video, that this one would be a winner. I always got that "container" tofu aftertaste but I couldn't taste it when the tofu was prepared this way. Cooking and adding the leftover egg was also a nice addition! Thank you so much for sharing! As a Chinese adoptee, I thoroughly enjoy learning about Chinese food, especially with your educational excerpts!

While I sadly can't understand a word your father says, I still love listening to him speak. It's so calming and comforting.

I come for the recipes and stay for the warm, family feeling. Beautifully cooked food, masterfully edited...these videos are always such a pleasure. And I learn so much!

@introsig7696

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it si so nice all the family collaborating. Even the little one!

睇刘生咖视频真系可以学到好多野，多谢刘生。

@MadeWithLau

Жыл бұрын

唔好客氣，好多謝您嘅支持！老劉祝福您與家人平安健康快樂！

Your videos have become part of my weekend routine. Thank you very much for your recipes, Daddy Lau!

Thank you!!! That's my go-to appetizer and I'm glad I have the option to cook it myself.

I really love your videos. Thank you and your Dad.

This is Great Nothing better than getting Wisdom from your family..thank you

It's extra special to see a parent cooking, you can feel the love going into it

The reason I learn from this channel is because there's a lot of explanation for people who are still learning how to cook. Even if the question is simple, we get an explanation.

Thank you for sharing your delicious recipes from Dad Lau. Adding summary for a quick reference is so helpful!

I’m so glad this was recommended to me! Thank you for sharing this recipe. I’m learning to like tofu and it’s so helpful to get tips from people who know what they’re doing

I always struggle making this dish! But I'll try again tomorrow as it's one of my sister's favorites! Thank you 🥰

Aloha from Hawai’i 🌺 This video is wonderful! I love tofu and could never understand when people tried to “ cover “ the “ no flavor “. Your father is the perfect chef for this recipe and your family makes me respect this video and recipe even more. All the best to you

Love you videos with all the great tips

Very straightforward while keeping it super informative, great video thanks! Will try this recipe out

I am so looking forward to making this recipe. I never liked tofu when I was younger, but now I love it. Thank you once again Daddy Lau and Randy for sharing your wonderful recipes with us :)

Hi Lau clan!! I will be trying this recipe with the extra flavours of chili and garlic! I usually make salt and pepper tofu and a trick with the flour dredging that really works well for me is using a ziplock bag, putting the tofu and flour in and shaking it, it's quite consistent!

Papa Lau is a national treasure. Really appreciate your videos. They are so well shot and easy to follow.

Thanks for sharing your family and your recipes with us!

I love tofu in any preparation!! Fried gets extra points 🤗 I've never heard about the salted water boiling prior, it sure makes perfect sense! I've only found the freezing technique. For me I've fried many pounds of tofu and it's never anywhere near as delicious as getting it from a favorite place. Thank you! 🤗🌻❤👍✌

Ughh that looks so good

Just made this and it was Perfect!! TYSM

Thanks to your dad for sharing his knowledge with us!

One of my absolute favorite dishes. It's a staple dish to order whenever I go out to a Chinese restaurant and now I can make it at home. Thank you so much!

I grew up with a mom and pop cantonese restaurant in the neighborhood. My favorite were these fried tofus. After the dad retired, the restaurant closed, and I have never been able to find this exact dish. Thank you for sharing this! This is exactly like how I remember them! ❤️

Love the video!! You and your dad are a great team!! Definitely will try this recipe!!! Thank you!!

Thank you for much for this work, cooking master!

This looks so good. I haven't had much success cooking tofu. I am going to try your dad's cooking tips. Thank you for sharing this. I needed to add, that was the cutest family scene at the end. 💖

OMG thank you so much for this recipe daddy Lau! I'm not vegetarian but this is so good, even if you don't care for veggies like my hubby, you will be hooked!

Oh my gosh! This video is amazing and I'm still at the middle of it! Just with your father's techniques and the history part of the tofu! Thank you it is a pleasure to watch this!

I appreciate the Cantonese and English instructions!

Salt & Pepper Tofu - thanks so much for this amazing recipe. I love Tofu and in this dish it is the star of the show. Love, love, love your videos--so inspirational and educational. Love the history, too. Best always!

I love this! People always think tofu is this tasteless meat substitute that you need to make yourself eat. I make tofu for lunch daily by choice using similar recipes! Like fried tofu on white rice and a fried egg 💕It’s delicious!

The way you explain it ,it’s look easy and yummm thanks for sharing 😁

Excellent video! Thank you.

Yes, lol, this literally IS my favorite tofu dish. Salt & pepper style is delicious on almost anything but I think tofu really shows it off better than most meats. The consistency of the tofu in this dish is wonderful too.

I tried to make this dish for dinner last night and it was yummy delicious! Although it takes me some effort for someone like me who doesn’t cook often, but I think it’s definitely worth it! 😊

That was great! Thank you!

Your dad's personality really reminds me of mine. Sadly, my dad passed away last year but these videos give me so much comfort.

+1 for salt and pepper squid!! Can't wait for that recipe 🤩

Looks delicious! PS It'd be cool if you created a Skillshare course on your approach to producing videos too! Just some food for thought.

@MadeWithLau

2 жыл бұрын

Oooo that is a great idea too!!

Another EXCELLENT Video. In it you mention considering offering a class on Chinese Cooking. YES! Please do! I have followed Many You Tube Video creators offering Asian Cuisine and find Che Lau's to be the BEST and easiest to follow! Thank you for sharing your wonderful culture through food!

Thank you for the tips and recipe

In Vietnamese cooking, we stuff the tofu with ground pork, and/or add tomato sauce, or just fry tofu with lemongrass.

I very much appreciate your channel. Excellent recipes! Lau is a Master!

Thanks, Bro. This is a clear and concise video. Your Dad seems like he really enjoys food and family. You're blessed. And I'm blessed to have found a great fried tofu recipe.

Yesssssss thank you for your service

Tofu is sooooo good as soon as you stop viewing it as a meat substitude and realise it is it's own thing, I need people here to understand that now

Oh gosh this was so delicious. You know it turns out delicious when the kids just keep shoving their chopsticks in their mouths and don't talk. We felt like we were back in Cheung Chau on a sunny Saturday. Thank you for teaching me this favourite. I made a mistake though and forgot to dip it in the egg even though I prepared it. So it was double coated. Don't give up if you make this mistake! It was still so good double crusted!

I really enjoyed watching this. In addition to the great recipe, the wholesome content is delightful. Thank-you 💗🌵

I love, love, love TOFU 💖好多謝你,好似你咁好嘅先生好難搵.

Another recipe where I have 99% of the ingredients in my house all the time. In this case tofu isn't always in my house because I never mastered how to cook it. I will be trying this recipe next since the Hot & Sour soup recipe turned out spectacular. These instructions are very easy to follow, so I guess I'll try this one over the weekend. Thank you so much for this video!

Mmmm this is gonna be our weekend treat here at my house, we always like to try a new recipe that may or not be the healthiest but that’s what the whole week is for!! 😆😝😍

love this content, subscribed!

很細心詳盡的講解，何明天立即嘗試，謝謝你Chef Lau 🙏🏻😊

@MadeWithLau

Жыл бұрын

非常感謝您的支持！老劉祝福您與家人健康快樂！