Sesame Soy Silken Tofu Recipe
This no-cook, 10-Minute Sesame Soy Silken or Soft Tofu recipe is perfect for adding protein to your meal. It's delicious served cold or warm.
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 186kcal
Ingredients
- 14 ounces silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce (preferably low sodium)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon chili garlic sauce
- ½ tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup or to taste
- ½ tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 scallions green and white parts, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Drain the tofu: Pierce the packet of tofu. Carefully drain the liquid, and gently tip the block onto a kitchen towel. Try to keep the block in one piece, if possible, but don’t worry if it falls apart, it still tastes delicious.
- Pat it dry, removing as much liquid as possible. Transfer the block to a serving plate, or to an airtight container to refrigerate if you plan on eating this later.
- Make the dressing: Mix the tamari or soy sauce, garlic chili sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, maple syrup, sesame seeds, and one-half of the chopped scallion in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the top of the tofu until it is completely covered. Top with remaining scallions.
- For serving: Enjoy with rice, noodles, or a grain of your choice.
Notes
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- Removing the tofu: If using fresh silken tofu sold in a plastic container, flip the box over, and cut small holes in two diagonal corners. Then blow some air into the box. The package can now be removed easily. Peel away the plastic cover from the top, and pour out excess liquid. Then cover the tofu with a plate to flip it over.
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- How to heat silken tofu: To serve it warm, microwave the block of soft tofu on a microwave-safe plate for about 3 minutes, or until warm to the touch. Or you can steam it in a steamer basket.
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- For serving: You can slice it into rectangles for easier serving. Cut it on the serving plate so it does not fall apart.
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- The sodium content of the dressing appears high, especially if you are not using low sodium soy sauce or tamari, but do not be concerned as it does not all get consumed. A salty sauce is required to season the tofu, but a portion is left on the bottom of the plate that can be saved and reused for more tofu, or added to rice or noodles.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftover Sesame Soy Silken Tofu in an airtight container for 4 to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 472mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 2mg