Celery and Tofu Stir-Fry with Dried Scallop and Fish Paste

Why people make this stir-fry

In traditional Chinese food therapy, both celery and tofu hold a special place in the kitchen of anyone keeping an eye on their blood pressure. Chinese celery (the slender, intensely aromatic variety) is considered cooling and liver-soothing, and it brings a fresh, bright flavour that makes even the simplest dish feel special. Tofu, made from yellow soybeans, is valued for being extremely low in cholesterol while offering gentle nourishment. Together they make a dish that is light, fragrant, and genuinely satisfying — not the kind of “health food” that feels like a punishment.