Asian•quick
Cold Tofu (5-Minute Recipe)
This savory, cold tofu dish is absolutely addictive and delish! The best part is that it's SUPER easy to make, takes only 5 minutes, and there's no cooking involved! It's a great side dish to go with white rice and congee, like our century egg and pork congee, or as part of any meal, especially breakfast.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- No separate cook time
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 block silken tofu (or soft tofu (usually between 12 to 16 ounces each))
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium* see notes)
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (any chili oil of your choice (recommended but optional))
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil ((recommended but optional))
- ¼ cup green onion (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons cilantro (roughly chopped* see notes)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ½ tablespoon toasted sesame seed (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, chili oil, sugar, and sesame oil. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.
- 2
Add the green onion, cilantro, garlic, and sesame seeds. Mix until well combined
- 3
Drain the tofu well and flip the whole block onto coupe or a bowl.
- 4
Top the tofu with all of the prepared sauce.
- 5
Enjoy the cold tofu with rice, rice porridge, or any meals.