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Cool Down with 5-Minute Spicy Cold Tofu

5-minute spicy cold tofu on a plate
Prep Time
5 min
Yields
2 servings

Looking to cool down with something savoury instead of the typical popsicles and ice cream? You must make this 5-minute Spicy Cold Tofu recipe. As the title suggests, it comes together in mere minutes and is a beautiful symphony of textures and contrasting flavours. The silky tofu provides the perfect base for spicy chili oil, salty soy sauce and crisp fresh herbs. Enjoy on its own for a quick snack or serve with steamed rice and Asian veggies for a satisfying meal.

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ingredients

1
block (300 g) silken or soft tofu
1 ½
Tbsp spicy chili crisp (such as Lao Gan Ma)
½
Tbsp soy sauce
½
tsp sesame oil
1
pinch sugar
1
scallion, finely chopped
1
handful cilantro leaves
Furikake, for garnish
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directions

Notes

Sub in tamari or gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.

Ingredients for 5-minute spicy cold tofu
Step 1

Drain tofu of excess liquid and place on plate.

Step 2

Top with spicy chili crisp, then drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil.

Step 3

Sprinkle with sugar, scallions and cilantro. Top with furikake, if desired.

Spicy cold tofu, ready to serve
Step 4

Serve immediately.

5-minute spicy cold tofu on a plate

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