Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu

This delightful dish combines the tender texture of soft tofu with the uniquely chewy flavor of century eggs soaked in a savory broth made from soy sauce and oyster sauce. The combination of fragrant scallions garlic and cilantro adds a fresh bright touch that makes every bite both satisfying and easy to prepare at home. […]

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Prep
6m
Cook
10m
Total
16m
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Spice
1/5
Cuisine
Chinese

IngredientsWhat you'll need for Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu

Ingredient Amount
century eggs 2-4
firm tofu 1 as needed
soy sauce 2 as needed
oyster sauce 1 as needed
sesame oil 1 as needed
salt 1 as needed
sugar 1 as needed
scallions / garlic / cilantro to taste
  • century eggs2-4
  • firm tofu1 as needed
  • soy sauce2 as needed
  • oyster sauce1 as needed
  • sesame oil1 as needed
  • salt1 as needed
  • sugar1 as needed
  • scallions / garlic / cilantroto taste

Cooking StepsHow to cook Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu step by step

  1. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 1

    Cut the tofu into pieces and blanch briefly in boiling water.

  2. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 2

    Add the century eggs.

  3. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 3

    Mash and mix everything together with your hands or a fork.

  4. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 4

    Add scallions, cilantro, and minced garlic.

  5. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 5

    Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and salt.

  6. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 6

    Mix well to combine.

  7. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 7

    Transfer to a serving plate.

  8. Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu
    Step 8

    Enjoy — it’s incredibly delicious!

Super Easy Century Egg with Tofu

This delightful dish combines the tender texture of soft tofu with the uniquely chewy flavor of century eggs soaked in a savory broth made from soy sauce and oyster sauce. The combination of fragrant scallions garlic and cilantro adds a fresh bright touch that makes every bite both satisfying and easy to prepare at home. […]

Ingredients

  • 2-4 century eggs
  • 1 as needed firm tofu
  • 2 as needed soy sauce
  • 1 as needed oyster sauce
  • 1 as needed sesame oil
  • 1 as needed salt
  • 1 as needed sugar
  • to taste scallions / garlic / cilantro

Instructions

  1. Cut the tofu into pieces and blanch briefly in boiling water.

  2. Add the century eggs.

  3. Mash and mix everything together with your hands or a fork.

  4. Add scallions, cilantro, and minced garlic.

  5. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and salt.

  6. Mix well to combine.

  7. Transfer to a serving plate.

  8. Enjoy — it’s incredibly delicious!

Recipe Details