Oyster and Tofu Soup
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Oyster and Tofu Soup

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Oyster and Tofu Soup

About This Recipe

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!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • oysters 200g
  • tofu 250g
The aromatics
  • ginger 20g
  • scallion 30g
  • starch 2 tbsp
The sauce & seasonings
  • sesame oil 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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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