Ingredients

• 1 (14 -18 ounce) package soft tofu, not silken
• 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
• 1/4 cup chopped scallion
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted and crushed with side of a heavy knife
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. Carefully rinse the tofu, then cover with cold water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then keep warm, covered, over very low heat.

2. Meanwhile, mince and mash garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt. Stir together with remaining ingredients (except tofu).

3. Just before serving, carefully lift tofu from saucepan with a large spatula and drain on paper towels. Gently pat dry, then move to a small plate. Spoon some sauce over tofu and serve warm. Serve remaining sauce on the side.

4. Note:

5. Sauce can be made 1 day ahead and chilled. Bring to room temperature before using.

6. Tofu can be kept warm up to 4 hours.