10-min. Easy Chinese Silken Tofu
When you need a fast weeknight main, this easy Chinese silken tofu recipe takes just 10 minutes. The savory sesame soy onion sauce pairs deliciously with the cool, delicate block. Every spoonful delivers a velvety texture and instant savory comfort.
Ingredients
- 10.5 oz silken tofu or use soft tofu
- 1.5 tablespoon vegetable oil or any neutral oil
- ⅔ cup yellow onion or white onion, finely diced
- ½ cup green onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 tablespoon regular soy sauce or light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil toasted kind
Garnishes:
- ¼ teaspoon sesame seeds toasted kind, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon green onion finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Peel back the plastic packaging film from the corner of the tofu container. Keep the plastic film in place, turn the container upside down over the sink, and drain the loose liquid. Place a clean paper towel over the opening, flip it onto a flat surface, and let the paper towel absorb the surface moisture.
- Cut a small snip into each corner of the tofu container to let air enter between the packaging and the tofu. Place a serving plate upside down over the exposed tofu, then carefully flip the plate and container together. Gently lift the plastic container to allow the tofu to release naturally onto the plate. Refrigerate until well chilled.
- Heat vegetable oil in a small pot over medium heat. Add the onion, green onion, and garlic to the pot. Sauté the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions turn soft and translucent.
- Reduce the heat to low. Pour the regular soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil directly into the pot with the cooked onions and garlic. Stir the mixture thoroughly and cook for about 1 minute until the sauce is heated through. Then let the sauce cool for 1 minute.
- Remove the chilled silken tofu from the refrigerator. Pour the warm sauce evenly over the top of the cold block. Garnish the dish with sesame seeds and extra green onions.
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Nutrition
Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 1523mg | Potassium: 508mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 281IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 3mg