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10-Min Silky Congee with Crispy Tofu

Creamy rice porridge built on store-bought soy milk for speed, topped with golden fried tofu and a scatter of fresh scallions and ginger. Ready in under 10 minutes with zero fuss.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
14g
10-Min Silky Congee with Crispy Tofu
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 2 cups unsweetened soy milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 8 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 whole scallions, sliced thin
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wide skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add tofu cubes and cook without stirring for 3 minutes until edges turn golden and crispy.

  3. 3

    Flip and cook another 2 minutes until second side is golden. Transfer to a plate.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, combine rice, soy milk, broth, and minced ginger over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Stir constantly for 3 minutes until the congee is creamy and heated through.

  6. 6

    Pour into bowls, top with crispy tofu and scallions, drizzle soy sauce. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or wok
  • wooden spoon
  • tofu press (or paper towels)
  • bowls

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