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Silken Tofu

Delicious Silken Tofu: A 5-Minute Savory Delight!

Experience the elegance of silken tofu in a quick, delicious dish that is vegan and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Silken Tofu Use soft tofu for a similar experience.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar or Honey Maple syrup works as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Make sure it's toasted for deeper flavor.
  • 1 clove Fresh Garlic Use minced for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chives can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) Optional for a hint of heat.
  • 1 whole Chili Pepper Skip if milder flavor is preferred.
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Crushed nuts can substitute if you’re out of sesame seeds.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • serving plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by carefully draining the excess liquid from the silken tofu package. Gently slide the tofu onto a serving plate, taking care not to break its delicate texture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar or honey, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and chopped green onion. Combine until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Pour the sauce evenly over the prepared silken tofu on the serving plate. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy the dish right after preparing it for best flavor and texture. Chill tofu for refreshing quality in hot days.

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