Milky Tofu and Clam Soup

Other★ Easy🌶🌶25min

Prep 10m ·
Cook 15m ·
2 Servings

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IngredientsWhat you'll need for Milky Tofu and Clam Soup

Ingredient Amount Notes
Firm Tofu 1 block
Eggs 2
Cilantro to taste
Ginger 3 slices
Salt to taste
White Pepper to taste

Milky Tofu Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 block Firm Tofu
  • 2 Eggs
  • to taste Cilantro
  • 3 slices Ginger
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste White Pepper

Instructions

  1. Cut the tofu into small cubes. Prepare the other ingredients.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and fry the eggs until both sides are golden brown.
  3. Add boiling water to the pan — this is the key to getting a milky white broth!
  4. Add the tofu cubes and ginger slices, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
  7. The secret to a milky broth: fry the eggs first, then add boiling water. The emulsified egg proteins create that beautiful white color.

Cooking StepsHow to cook Milky Tofu and Clam Soup step by step

  1. Step 1 Detail

    Fry the eggs over low heat on both sides.

  2. Step 2 Detail

    Fry until this stage, then cut into small pieces directly in the pan.

  3. Step 3 Detail

    Cut the tofu and gently slide it in, being careful not to break it.

  4. Step 4 Detail

    Slowly add boiling water so you don’t break the tofu. You will smell a rich soy aroma as it cooks. After about 7-8 minutes, the broth will turn milky white; cook longer if you want it whiter. This step is crucial.

  5. Step 5 Detail

    Add the clams and the pre-cut baby cabbage.

  6. Step 6 Detail

    Serve. You can pair it with a few pan-fried dumplings.

  7. Step 7 Detail

    Incredibly fresh and delicious!

Common Questions

How can I make this spicier?

Add chili oil or chili crisp to taste, or include dried red chilies during cooking. A dash of Sichuan peppercorn adds a different kind of heat.

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