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cold tofu topped with sesame oil, soy, and scallions are served in a white bowl

Cold Tofu Recipe, A Non-Spicy and Easy Side Dish

This non-spicy cold tofu is a quick and easy way to add an extra side dish that's healthy and flavorful. This nut-free, no cook recipe is seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil, but it is also easy to adapt to be top 8 or 9 allergen free recipe as needed (see blog post for details).

Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Chinese
Keyword cold tofu, liangban dofu, tofu salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Author Sharon Wong

Ingredients

  • 1 19-ounce package tofu, medium texture or silken or soft
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce *
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions

Instructions

  1. Drain the tofu for 10-20 minutes. Then cut in a 4x5 grid into 20 pieces.
  2. Combine the remaining ingredients and spoon over the cut tofu.

  3. When ready to eat, gently toss the tofu and dressing and serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

*This is the lower sodium option. If the rest of your meal is plain, then you can add up to an additional 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce. 

Boxes of tofu can range in size between 12 to 19 ounces. Plan on 3 ounces per person as a side dish.