「Cold Tofu Salad」

Ingredients and amounts

• 250g tofu (about 1 standard block)
• 10g scallions
• 2-3 garlic cloves
• 15ml light soy sauce
• 5ml sesame oil
• 5ml vinegar (optional)
• 2g sugar (optional)
• 5ml chili oil (optional)

Step-by-step method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Cut the tofu into 2cm cubes and set aside.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Bring 500ml water to a boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Add the tofu cubes and boil for 1-2 minutes to remove the beany flavor and firm up the texture.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Drain the cooked tofu cubes and place them in a bowl. Set aside.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Wash the scallions and chop them into葱花 (scallion rings). Set aside.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Peel the garlic cloves and mince them. Set aside.

7. 7

   Step 7

   In a small clean bowl, combine 15ml light soy sauce, 5ml sesame oil, 5ml vinegar (optional), and 2g sugar (optional).

8. 8

   Step 8

   Add the minced garlic to the bowl.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and the dressing is well combined.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the tofu cubes.

11. 11

    Step 11

    Sprinkle the chopped scallions on top.

12. 12

    Step 12

    Drizzle 5ml chili oil over the top (optional).

13. 13

    Step 13

    Gently toss with chopsticks or a spoon and serve.