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Onion Garlic Tofu Scramble

Name: Onion Garlic Tofu Scramble
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Taiwanese home cooking
Ingredients: Tofu 0.5pack; Eggs 2; Onion 0.5

Onion and garlic sautéed sweet, then tofu and egg—hearty without feeling greasy.

Total 18 min Skillet Easy 1 servings

Skillet Cooking for oneBudget cooking

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Sweat onion until sweet, let tofu pick up garlic, then bind everything with egg.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 8 min · Cook 10 min

Slice onion fine; mince garlic; cube tofu. Beat eggs with a pinch of salt and 1 tsp water.
Heat oil; medium-low sauté garlic and onion until translucent; add tofu and toss.
Pour eggs; stir until set; season with salt and soy sauce.
Plate with rice or noodles while hot; let rest 1 minute before serving.
Prep ingredients as listed; keep proteins, vegetables, and sauces in separate bowls.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

Pat tofu dry so it holds shape.

Best fresh; refrigerate up to 1 day and reheat in a pan.

Substitutions

Scallions instead of onion.

Optional add-ins

+Diced ham+Shredded cheese+Chopped scallions

FAQ

Skip soy sauce?

Use salt and white pepper.

Soft tofu?

Yes—fold gently.

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