Silken Tofu Side Dish

Ingredients

• ¼ cup oil
• 2 tbsp minced garlic (about 4-5 cloves)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• ½ tbsp sugar
• 1 pack silken tofu
• 3 stalks green onion, whites separated from greens
• 1-2 tbsp water (to dilute to taste)

Instructions

1. 11.Infuse oil with garlic. Start stove on very low heat, add oil, garlic, and a little salt. Leave on low for 3-5 minutes or until garlic is fragrant.
2. 22.While waiting, open silken tofu package and place in a bowl.
3. 33.Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes until thoroughly heated.
4. 44.Check if garlic oil is fragrant and turn heat to medium low if so. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
5. 55.Add soy sauce, sugar, white part of green onions and mix until well combined.
6. 66.Let simmer for 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. If the flavor is too strong, add 1/2-1 tbsp water, but keep in mind not to dilute too much if you are eating with something bland, such as rice or plain noodles.
7. 77.Pour over tofu and garnish with lots of green onions and if you like something spicy, chili oil.