Silken Tofu in garlic mushroom sauce
This Silken Tofu with Garlic Mushroom Sauce is a light, healthy, and flavor-packed dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. The soft, delicate tofu is gently steamed, then topped with a rich and savory garlic mushroom sauce that’s full of umami and aroma. It’s the perfect comfort food for busy days when you want something quick, satisfying, and nutritious.
This recipe is incredibly easy to make and ideal for beginners. The sauce features fresh mushrooms sautéed with garlic, soy sauce, and a splash of sesame oil to bring out deep, earthy flavors. Served warm over silken tofu, it’s a dish that goes beautifully with a bowl of steamed rice.
Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking for a simple and delicious meatless option, this tofu recipe is sure to impress.
INGREDIENTS
Silken Tofu - 300g
Brown Beech Mushrooms - 100g
Cooking Oil - 2 tbsp
Garlic - 5 cloves
Sugar - 1 tsp
Scallions - 8g (whites) + 20g (greens)
INGREDIENTS (SAUCE)
Water - 200ml
Light Soy Sauce - 2 tbsp
Vegetarian Oyster Sauce - 1 tbsp
White Pepper - 1/2 tsp
Sesame Oil - 1 tsp
Corn Starch - 1 tsp
Silken Tofu
Steaming the silken tofu
Making the sauce
Making the sauce
Pouring the sauce over steamed tofu
Topping with Scallions
Enjoy!
Preparing the ingredients
Mince 5 cloves of garlic
Thinly slice about 25–30g of scallions, separating the white and green parts.
Trim off the roots of the brown beech mushrooms and rinse them thoroughly under running water.
Preparing the Tofu
Carefully remove the tofu from its packet or container and drain any excess liquid.
Place the tofu on a heatproof plate, then set it inside a steamer. I'm using a large wok with a steamer rack for this.
Then cover and steam the tofu for a few minutes while preparing the sauce
Preparing the sauce
In a small bowl, combine 200ml of water with 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vegetarian oyster sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.
Stir well until the cornstarch is fully dissolved, then set the sauce aside.
Cooking Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a small pan and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the white parts of scallions and continue to sauté for another minute.
Add the beech mushrooms and season with 1 teaspoon of sugar
Pour in the prepared sauce and let it simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Remove the cover of the steamer, then carefully take out the plate of tofu and pour off any excess liquid.
Pour the sauce over the steamed tofu and replace the cover. Then continue to steam for one more minute.
Top with the green parts of scallions and the dish is ready to serve!
Watch the Youtube video here - 15-minute Silken Tofu in garlic mushroom sauce! Easy vegan recipe for beginners!
