Mix the meat paste withscallions andmixed seasonings to make the filling;

peel the shrimpto get the shrimp, no need for large ones;7. Use

northernbean curd (the type made with salt brine, firmer and more resilient, suitable for frying), hollow out a small square in the center of the tofu,stuff it with the filling, and place a shrimp on top.Fry the stuffed tofu over low heat until both sides are golden brown then remove.

Sauté garlic cloves

in the remaining oil, add broth,soy sauce,sugar, salt,monosodium glutamate (MSG),and simmer with the fried tofu over low heat. Serve by placing the cooked tofu on a plate, thicken the sauce and pour it over, then sprinkle with chopped scallions.