Are egg tofu and silken tofu the same?

In general, egg tofu is slightly more firm than silken tofu , though they still have a similar mouthfeel. As a result, it's somewhat easier to handle and use in pan-fried dishes, while silken tofu is very likely to fall apart before getting any kind of crispy char.

What is the difference between silk and soft tofu?

Silken tofu also called soft, silk, or Japanese-style tofu has a softer consistency than regular tofu and will fall apart if not handled carefully. You may notice that silken tofu (soft tofu), unlike regular tofu, is sometimes packaged in aseptic boxes that do not require refrigeration.

How do you cook tofu so it is soft?

Place a steaming rack into a wide, shallow pan with a lid, and add about half an inch of water. Place the plate of tofu on the steaming rack. Bring the water up to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, cover, and allow to steam for 5 minutes. Keep an eye on the pot and add extra water if needed.

How do you know when soft tofu is cooked?

If you're cooking slices or cubes, cut the tofu into slices, layer them between paper towels and weigh down the individual slices. The finished tofu should be spongy yet dry (you'll need to weigh it down for 30 minutes to 2 hours).

Soft Tofu with Silky Egg Sauce (20 Minutes)

Welcome to Day 19 of Cooking 20 Minute Dinner for 21 Days! ATTENTION PARENTS!! Today we are making one of my favorite comfort foods – Soft Tofu with Silky Egg Sauce that I KNOW your kids will LOVE. It is easy to make, healthy, and super affordable as well! Silky Egg Sauce is the star of the dish; it instantly elevates the stew and coats every rice grain with the sauce. Soft Tofu with Silky Egg Sauce is a vegetarian dish that even meat-lovers will love!

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To be honest, I dont know where I learned how to make Soft Tofu with Silky Egg Sauce because I have never seen this dish at restaurants, but I’ve been making it for the past 5 years, and it is still one of my favorites. The tofu soaks in all the ultra-smooth gravy sauce, and the peas and corn add sweetness and texture to the dish. The egg makes the gravy extra silky and also adds richness and depth to the sauce as well. Whenever I make Soft Tofu with Silky Egg Sauce, I prepare enough rice because I know me and my fiance I will always fight for the last bite!

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I promised that your kids would love my Soft Tofu with Silky Egg Sauce because I’ve made it for one of my super picky eater nieces once, and she fell in love! Her mom swears she’s never seen her eat that much rice before. It is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables, and this dish also meal preps well to eat for lunch the next day as well!

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If you don’t like tofu, you can also add shredded chicken, shrimp, or thin slices of beef as well! However, I promise, this dish may change your mind about tofu; just make sure it’s soft or silk tofu for the best texture.

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Ingredients

1 Pack of Soft/Silk Tofu (cubes)

1 cup of Vegetable Stock or Dashi Stock

½ cup of Mixed Veggie (corn, peas, and carrots)

1 pack of Shimeji Mushrooms

2 stalks of Green Onion (chopped – separated whites and greens)

3 Eggs

1 tbsp of Corn Starch or Tapioca Starch

3 tbsp of Cold Water

1 tsp of Sugar

.5 tsp of White Pepper

.5 tsp of Salt

2.5 tbsp of Soy Sauce

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Blanch the soft tofu with hot water for 2-3 minutes, drain and set aside.
In a bowl, crack 3 eggs, 1 tsp of white pepper, 1 tsp of salt, and green parts of the green onion. Whisk everything together and set aside
In a pan, add in oil, white parts of the green onion and shimeji mushrooms, and 1 tbsp of soy sauce. Turn the heat up to medium-high and saute together for 2-3 minutes.
Add in corn, peas, and carrots and saute together for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in vegetable stock or dashi stock and bring it to a simmer.
Once simmering, add in the tofu, 1.5 tbsp of soy sauce, 1 tsp of sugar, and let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the corn starch and cold water mixture (make sure it’s thoroughly combined) and let it cook for 2-3 minutes or until it thickens up.
Once the sauce is thick, pour in the egg and let it sit for 30 seconds before mixing everything. Serve on top of rice and garnish with green onion.

Materials

1 Pack Soft/Silk Tofu cut into cubes
1 Cup Vegetable Stock / Dashi Stock
1/2 Cup Mixed Vegetables corn, peas and carrots
1 Pack Shimeji Mushrooms
2 Stalks Green Onion chopped
3 Large Eggs
1 tbsp Corn Starch or Tapioca Starch (Tapioca is thicker)
3 tbsp Cold Water
1 tsp Sugar
.5 tsp White Pepper
.5 tsp Salt
2.5 tbsp Soy Sauce

Instructions

Blanch the soft tofu with hot water for 2-3 minutes, drain and set aside.
In a bowl, crack 3 eggs, 1 tsp of white pepper, 1 tsp of salt, and green parts of the green onion. Whisk everything together and set aside
In a pan, add in oil, white parts of the green onion and shimeji mushrooms, and 1 tbsp of soy sauce. Turn the heat up to medium-high and saute together for 2-3 minutes.
Add in corn, peas, and carrots and saute together for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in vegetable stock or dashi stock and bring it to a simmer.
Once simmering, add in the tofu, 1.5 tbsp of soy sauce, 1 tsp of sugar, and let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the corn starch and cold water mixture (make sure it’s thoroughly combined) and let it cook for 2-3 minutes or until it thickens up.
Once the sauce is thick, pour in the egg and let it sit for 30 seconds before mixing everything. Serve on top of rice and garnish with green onion.

Notes

** Depending on how salty the vegetable stock is, you may need to add more soy sauce.

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