Broccoli with Five-spice Tofu Recipe from China - Ingredients: Shiitake Mushrooms, Tofu, and More

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup dried shiitake mushrooms (0.25 oz (7 g))
• 8 oz (227 g) extra-firm tofu
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 0.75 tsp chinese five-spice powder
• 1 lb (454 g) broccoli
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1.25 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 4 tsp vegetable oil
• 7 scallions (white and light green parts), chopped (0.25 cup)
• 4 medium cloves garlic , minced
• 4 tsp minced fresh ginger
• 0.75 tsp chile paste with garlic
• 0.5 tsp anise seeds , crushed
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 medium carrots , julienned or shredded