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Soft Tofu with Chili Oil and Green Onions

Silky soft tofu topped with a fragrant, spicy chili oil and fresh green onions. A quick, comforting dish that's ready in minutes.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
220
Protein
12g
Soft Tofu with Chili Oil and Green Onions
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Drain the 1 block soft tofu and gently pat dry with paper towels. Place it on a serving plate.

  2. Step 2

    Thinly slice the 3 green onions, separating white and green parts.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, mix the 3 tbsp chili oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 0.5 tsp salt.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle the white parts of the green onions over the tofu.

  5. Step 5

    Drizzle the chili oil mixture evenly over the tofu.

  6. Step 6

    Garnish with the green parts of the green onions. Serve immediately.

  7. Step 7

    Optional: add a pinch of sugar or a splash of rice vinegar to the sauce for extra depth.

Tools you’ll need

  • serving plate
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

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