Silken Tofu With Spicy Soy Dressing
This Silken Tofu With Spicy Soy Dressing is a no-cook, flavor-packed dish that comes together in just five minutes. Inspired by Asian cold tofu dishes, it combines chilled tofu with a bold, spicy soy-based sauce and crunchy toppings. Perfect for hot days or quick weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
1 block silken tofu (cold or at room temperature)
1½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or black vinegar
1 tablespoon chili oil or chili crisp
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced or grated
1 scallion, thinly sliced
Optional toppings:
Fried shallots
Roasted peanuts
Pickled radish
Kimchi
Thai basil, shiso, or mint
Optional for serving:
Cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
Prep Tofu: Gently remove the tofu from its packaging and place it on a shallow serving dish. Let any excess water drain off, or carefully pat dry.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame oil, and garlic.
Dress the Tofu: Spoon the dressing over the tofu, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
Add Garnishes: Sprinkle sliced scallions and any optional toppings over the tofu.
Serve: Enjoy immediately on its own or with steamed rice or cold noodles.
Notes
For added heat, use extra chili crisp or a dash of sriracha.
Customize with herbs or fermented toppings like zha cai or kimchi.
Handle silken tofu gently to avoid breaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 block tofu with dressing
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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