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5 minute silken tofu with fried shallots and spring onions sprinkled on top, cooked on a pan with an easy recipe
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5-Minute Silken Tofu

This is my go-to for a quick cold side dish and my kids love it too. This chilled dish features silky and delicate cubes of silken tofu, marinated in a flavourful dressing. The combination of soy sauce, garlic, sugar and chicken broth creates a harmonious balance of savoury and aromatic notes.
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: dinner, easy recipe, lunch, quick
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 packet silken tofu
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1 green onion chopped
  • 1 tbsp fried shallots

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a small frying pan over low-medium heat. Add the garlic and spring onion (white parts) until it’s golden. Turn off the heat and add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar and chicken broth.
  • Carefully remove the silken tofu from its package and drain any excess liquid. Then, place it on a plate.
    Pro Tip: If the silken tofu is stuck in the packaging, run a sharp knife on the side so it’ll release pressure and help the tofu to plop out.
  • Gently slice the tofu into small cubes and pour the sauce mixture over the top. Garnish with fried shallots, finely chopped green onions and serve!