Bitter Melon and Tofu Skin Rolls

Name: Bitter Melon and Tofu Skin Rolls
Yield: Serves 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Dried tofu skin....0.9 oz (25g); Soy sauce....1 teaspoon (5ml); Dark soy sauce....1 teaspoon (5ml); pinch Ground black pepper....a; pinch Five-spice powder....a; Bitter melon....1.8 oz (50g); King oyster mushroom....0.7 oz (20g); Red chili pepper....1, sliced

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Stuffing bitter melon into tofu skin rolls is a surprisingly great combination. The mild flavor of tofu skin balances the bitterness of the melon, while five-spice powder and soy sauce add extra depth. This light and refreshing dish is perfect for hot summer days.

sumi @sumi_6827609

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Ingredients

Serves 1 serving

Dried tofu skin....0.9 oz (25g)
Soy sauce....1 teaspoon (5ml)
Dark soy sauce....1 teaspoon (5ml)
pinchGround black pepper....a
pinchFive-spice powder....a
Bitter melon....1.8 oz (50g)
King oyster mushroom....0.7 oz (20g)
Red chili pepper....1, sliced

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Steps

1

Soak the dried tofu skin in water until soft, then drain. In a shallow dish, mix together the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, black pepper, and five-spice powder. Marinate the softened tofu skin in this mixture for 10 minutes.
2

Cut the bitter melon in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and slice into thick strips. Tear the king oyster mushroom into pieces by hand.
3

Spread the bitter melon and mushroom from step 2 onto the marinated tofu skin from step 1. Sprinkle with sliced chili pepper. Roll up tightly and tie with kitchen twine. Arrange on a heatproof plate.
4

Place the rolls in a pressure cooker and steam over water for 10 minutes under pressure. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally. Let cool, remove the twine, and slice into 3/4-inch (2cm) thick pieces to serve.