The dish forms an array of colors against the stark white, round plate: the golden yellow of the scrambled eggs and creamy white specks of soft tofu blending harmoniously. The vibrant green sprinkle of scallions, along with ruby drops of spicy chili oil add a hint of excitement.

Silken Tofu and Garlic Scrambled Eggs

Name: Silken Tofu and Garlic Scrambled Eggs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: garlic, 4 cloves minced; large eggs, 4 beaten; silken tofu, 1/2 cup cut into small cubes; green onions, 2 stalks sliced; chili oil, 1 tablespoon; soy sauce, 2 tablespoons; sesame oil, 1 teaspoon; white pepper powder, 1/2 teaspoon; salt, to taste; canola oil, 2 tablespoons

Category Brunch

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Chinese

Technique Sauté

Diet Friendly Low-carb

Daily Recipe: February 17, 2024

This recipe elevates the humble egg into a Chinese gastronomic experience with the warmth of garlic and a dash of oriental sauces. Its simplicity is contrasted by its layers of flavor, creating a brunch that is both soul-warming and palatable in the midst of snowfall.

Ingredients (for 2)

Garlic - 4 cloves - minced
Large eggs - 4 - beaten
Silken tofu - 1/2 cup - cut into small cubes
Green onions - 2 stalks - sliced
Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
White pepper powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Salt - to taste
Canola oil - 2 tablespoons

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🍳🧄

Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Saute until it turns golden brown.
Step 2 - 🍳🥚🥄

Add the beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble them lightly.
Step 3 - 🥘🍳🧈

Once the eggs are halfway cooked, add the silken tofu cubes.
Step 4 - 💧🧂🥬

Drizzle in the soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper powder and adjust the seasoning with salt.
Step 5 - 🔥🍲🧈

Cook until the eggs are fully done but maintain their soft, creamy texture.
Step 6 - 🔥🌶️💧

Remove from heat and drizzle with spicy chili oil.
Step 7 - 🍲🌱🍴

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Additional

For a vegan version, skip the eggs and double the amount of silken tofu. Add turmeric for color. Also, feel free to adjust the spice level according to your preference. Furthermore, the kids can help by beating the eggs, and it's a great way to introduce them to this globally-loved cuisine.