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Cold Tofu with Tangy & Garlicky Sauce Recipe

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A refreshing and easy-to-make Cold Tofu dish featuring soft or silken tofu topped with a tangy and garlicky sauce, garnished with fried onions, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish to complement rice-based meals.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Tofu

  • 1 (14 to 16 ounce) block of soft or silken tofu

Sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Toppings

  • 3 to 4 tablespoons fried onions or fried shallots
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Drain and prep tofu: Remove the block of tofu from its plastic tray and place it on a chopping block or plate to allow it to release some of its moisture.
  2. Prepare garlic vinegar sauce: Using a microplane zester, grate 2 cloves of garlic into a small bowl. Mix the grated garlic with 2 teaspoons of rice vinegar and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Then add 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Taste the sauce and add 1/4 teaspoon sugar if you prefer a slightly sweeter, less tangy flavor.
  3. Crush fried onions: Gently crush 3 to 4 tablespoons of fried onions or fried shallots using a mortar and pestle or your hands to break them into smaller pieces.
  4. Assemble the tofu dish: Place the tofu carefully in a shallow serving bowl. Drizzle about two-thirds of the prepared sauce evenly over the tofu, reserving the rest to drizzle while eating.
  5. Add toppings: Sprinkle the crushed fried onions, thinly sliced scallions, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of toasted sesame seeds over the tofu. Save some scallions and fried onions on the side to add as you enjoy each bite.
  6. Serve: Use a large spoon to serve the cold tofu. This dish pairs wonderfully with jasmine, brown, basmati, or egg fried rice.

Notes

  • Use soft or silken tofu for the best texture in this dish.
  • Rice vinegar provides the essential tang; avoid substituting with other vinegars which may alter the flavor.
  • Teriyaki sauce adds sweetness and depth; you can substitute with a mild sweet soy sauce if needed.
  • Fried onions or shallots add crunch and texture; you can find these pre-made or make your own.
  • Adjust the sugar in the sauce to balance the sharpness to your taste.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/cold-tofu-with-tangy-and-garlicky-sauce-recipe/