At the table
Eat small pieces with chopsticks. Ask about the braising liquid, chili and whether it contains meat stock.
Contains soy and usually wheat in the sauce. Ask whether the braising liquid contains meat stock or has cooked meat.
Braising recipes and chili vary; this version uses a prepared soy-based braising sauce.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Braising recipes and chili vary; this version uses a prepared soy-based braising sauce.
Typical ingredients
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Salty and soybean-rich; braising seasonings vary.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Firm and chewy.
- How it’s made
- Dry cut tofu over low heat, soak in warm salted water, then simmer in a soy-and-spice braising liquid diluted with water.
Braising recipes and chili vary; this version uses a prepared soy-based braising sauce.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Chongqing.
About this regional connection
Chongqing: Local preparation, not exclusive geographic ownership.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有龚滩豆腐干吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Drying before braising
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Gongtan’s preparation dries tofu before soaking and braising, giving a denser bite that holds the seasoned liquid.