Steamed Bean Curd with Soy Sauce
Delicately smooth and brimming with flavor, Steamed Bean Curd with Soy Sauce is a quick and nourishing dish that highlights the simplicity and elegance of silken tofu. This recipe features silky tofu steamed to perfection, then drizzled with a savory soy sauce dressing infused with sesame oil, a touch of sugar, and aromatics like minced ginger and scallions. Topped with optional red chili slices for a hint of heat and toasted sesame seeds for added texture, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal option for a light side dish or a healthy pairing with steamed rice. Low in fat yet rich in umami, this recipe is a celebration of Asian-inspired flavors at their finest. Perfect for busy weeknights or a wholesome addition to your dinner table, Steamed Bean Curd with Soy Sauce is as simple as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 stalk green onion (scallion), finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely minced
- 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Carefully remove the silken tofu from its packaging and place it onto a heatproof plate that fits inside your steamer.
Use a paper towel to gently pat the tofu dry and remove any excess moisture, being careful not to break the tofu.
Set up your steamer by filling a pot or wok with water and bringing it to a boil over medium-high heat. Place the plate with the tofu inside the steamer basket and cover tightly.
Steam the tofu for 8-10 minutes, ensuring the tofu is heated through but still retains its shape.
While the tofu is steaming, prepare the soy sauce dressing by mixing the light soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and water in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Once the tofu is ready, carefully remove it from the steamer using tongs or oven mitts to avoid burns.
Drizzle the prepared soy sauce dressing evenly over the steamed tofu.
Sprinkle the minced ginger, chopped green onion, sliced red chili (if using), and toasted sesame seeds over the top of the tofu for garnish.
Serve immediately as a side dish or with steamed rice for a light and satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1872 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1433 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 696 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
