Steamed Egg with Silken Tofu

🎯 Difficulty: Very Easy

⏱️ Time: 20–25 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 2

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🧂 Ingredients

• Eggs: 2
• Silken tofu: 1 block (~300g)
• Warm water or broth: 150–200ml (for egg mixture)
• Salt: a small pinch
• Oil (optional): a few drops of sesame or olive oil
• Chopped scallions or parsley: optional for garnish

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👨‍🍳 Step-by-step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Ingredients

• Crack eggs into a bowl.
• Add warm water or broth (not hot!) in a 1:1.5 ratio with the egg.
• Add a pinch of salt.
• Beat gently to combine (don’t overbeat to avoid bubbles).

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Step 2: Strain the Egg Mixture

• Pour the beaten egg through a fine mesh strainer into another bowl.
• This step removes bubbles and creates a smooth custard texture.

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Step 3: Prepare Tofu

• Cut silken tofu into cubes or slices.
• Place gently into a heat-safe bowl or shallow plate.
• Pour the strained egg mixture over the tofu slowly.

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Step 4: Steam the Dish

• Cover the bowl with foil or a plate (to prevent water drops falling on the surface).
• Steam over medium-low heat for about 10–15 minutes.
• Check doneness by gently shaking the bowl — it should jiggle slightly but be set.

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Step 5: Serve

• Drizzle a few drops of sesame oil or soy sauce (optional).
• Top with chopped scallions or herbs for adults.
• Serve warm.

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💡 Tips

• Use low, gentle heat for steaming to avoid bubbles or overcooked edges.
• For babies, skip soy sauce and cut tofu into very soft, small pieces.
• You can also add minced meat or fish under the tofu for variation.
• If you’re unsure about steaming, this can also be made in a microwave (low power, covered).