Century Egg (Pidan) and Tofu Cold Dish

Century Egg (Pidan) and Tofu Cold Dish

I’ve really been exploring some dishes from my childhood, and this is a simple summer dish that just goes deliciously with some white rice. It’s a chilled side dish that’s really quick to put together! I don’t really have much to say about it other than it’s a dish my mom and grandmother made as I was growing up, and it doesn’t really require anything special other than a bit of chopping. Do use some nice sesame oil and a good soy sauce! Mix it together right before serving.

My mom also has been adding cubes of avocado as well, which is a delicious twist.

Ingredients

  • 6 ounce block of silken tofu, sliced
  • 1 century egg, diced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon scallions (or cilantro)
  • Cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 ripe avocado, cubed, (optional)
  1. Assemble the ingredients and drizzle the sesame oil and soy sauce on top. Garnish with scallions (or cilantro) and cracked black pepper.
  2. Chill and combine well before serving.