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Spicy Braised Tofu with Soft-Boiled Egg

Cost $8, save $12

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 30 Min
  • 3 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🧈 1 block tofu
    • 🥚 2 eggs
    • Water as needed

  • Seasoning

    • 🧅 1/2 onion, minced
    • 🧅 1/2 stalk green onion, minced
    • 2 green chili peppers, minced
    • 1.5 tbsp chili powder
    • 🧄 1 tbsp minced garlic
    • 3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 🍬 1 tbsp sugar or syrup
    • 1 tbsp sesame oil
    • A dash of black pepper
    • Sesame seeds as garnish

STEPS

1

Cut the tofu into large pieces and sprinkle with salt. Let it rest for a while.

2

Prepare the seasoning sauce by mixing minced onion, green onion, chili peppers, chili powder, soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, sesame oil, black pepper, and sesame seeds.

3

Prepare 2 eggs for soft boiling later.

4

Heat oil in a pan and fry the tofu until golden brown on both sides.

5

Transfer the tofu to a pot, pour the seasoning sauce over it, and add water until the tofu is partially submerged. Bring to a boil.

6

Simmer the tofu while spooning the sauce over it. When the sauce is slightly reduced, add the eggs and cover the pot. Cook until the eggs are soft-boiled.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

250

Calories

  • 15g
    Protein
  • 10g
    Carbs
  • 15g
    Fats

💡 Tips

For a spicier kick, add more chili powder or fresh chili slices.Serve with steamed rice to balance the flavors.Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated the next day.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.