Childhood Delight – Nutritious Stewed Yellow Croaker Soup with Goji Berries and Tofu

Taste: Salty and Fresh; Cooking Method: Boil; Time: 45 minutes; Difficulty: Moderate.

Detailed Cooking Steps for Childhood Delight – Nutritious Stewed Yellow Croaker Soup with Goji Berries and Tofu

The lively yellow croaker jumped out of the plate a few times, making it difficult to capture.

Tofu is beneficial for body conditioning, weight loss, and smooth skin. Tofu is rich in protein, with a complete amino acid profile essential for the body. It helps lower blood lipids, protect vascular cells, and prevent cardiovascular diseases. Cut the tofu into cubes on a cutting board.

Black Fungus is known for its reputation as a vegetarian dish with meaty qualities. It has the effects of invigorating qi, strengthening the body, nourishing the kidneys and stomach, and promoting blood circulation. Soak the black fungus in water, trim off the roots, and wash it.

Soak the vermicelli in water first and set aside.

Prepare the ginger, garlic, and spring onion.

Before adding the tofu, blanch it in hot water. Blanching the tofu helps reduce its bean-like taste.

In a pot, sauté ginger slices and garlic slices until fragrant, then add the black fungus and sauté.

Prepare the yellow croaker by gutting it from the chin! Soak the fish in a mixture of a little white vinegar and plenty of salt to remove any fishy smell and mucus. Sauté the yellow croaker for a while. It’s best to cook the fish belly-side down and avoid frying the fish back, ensuring the fish looks intact and appealing when served.

Add the vermicelli and sauté for a while.

Add enough water to cover the yellow croaker, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 5 minutes over medium heat.

Add the blanched tofu and bring to a boil. Season with a spoon of salt, pepper, chicken essence, and finally add the goji berries.