In a mixing bowl, combine julienned shiitake mushroom, julienned bamboo shoots, julienned carrots, a pinch of salt, five-spice powder, and egg. Mix well.
Step 4
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On a flat working surface, lay the fresh tofu skin flat, and brush egg liquid on the entire sheet.
Step 5
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Place half of the shiitake mushroom mixture (prepared in step 2) on it.
Step 6
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Fold in sides, almost enough so they touch, but with an inch or so between them, so some of the filling still peeks out. Bring up the bottom flap, then continue to roll and add some egg wash at the end to seal the wrap until the whole thing is secured. Repeat this to make the second roll.
Step 7
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In a cooking pan, bring 2 to 3 cups oil to 300°F (150°C), and deep fry rolls until golden. Remove and drain.
Step 8
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In a cooking pan, add 1 cinnamon stick, 2 star anises, water, soy sauce, rock sugar, and a pinch of five-spice powder. Bring to a boil, add fried rolls, turn the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes
Step 9
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Drizzle sesame oil on top. Remove from heat. Cut the rolls into 1 1/2 inch thick pieces.