Oyster and Tofu Soup

Oyster and Tofu Soup

This **Oyster and Tofu Soup** is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines the briny sweetness of fresh oysters with the silky texture of tofu. The recipe starts by rinsing oysters in salt water for a clean taste, while blanching tofu ensures a tender bite. A fragrant base of grated ginger and scallion whites stir-fried in oil adds depth, enhanced by a light broth. Coating the oysters in starch before adding them to the soup keeps them plump and juicy. A final touch of salt, pepper, scallion greens, and a drizzle of aromatic sesame oil elevates the dish with warmth and umami. Perfect for chilly days or a light yet satisfying meal, this soup highlights the natural flavors of the sea and tofu in every spoonful. Quick to prepare yet rich in taste, it’s a must-try for seafood lovers!

10 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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oysters
200g
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tofu
250g

The aromatics

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ginger
20g
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scallion
30g
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starch
2 tbsp

The sauce & seasonings

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sesame oil
1 tsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Rinse the oysters with salt water, then drain the water.

2. Step 2

Soak the tofu in salt water, then blanch it in hot water.

3. Step 3

Heat oil in a pan, add grated ginger and chopped scallion whites to stir-fry until fragrant, then add water and tofu, bring to a boil.

4. Step 4

Coat the oysters with starch, then add them to the pan one by one, and skim off the foam after boiling.

5. Step 5

Add salt, pepper, sprinkle with scallion flowers, and drizzle with a few drops of sesame oil before serving.

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