Fluffy Egg Tofu with Savory Sauce

Steps

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1. 1
   Place the silken tofu in a bowl (no need to drain) and mix until smooth.
   ▶ ≈2:25
2. 2
   Add the egg, white dashi, and water, then mix thoroughly until completely smooth.
   ▶ ≈2:53
3. 3
   Line a heat-safe bowl with plastic wrap, pour in the egg mixture, tap gently to level it, then microwave uncovered at 600W for 2 minutes. Add up to 30 more seconds if needed until the center is just set. Cover tightly with the wrap and let cool slightly.
   ▶ ≈3:16
4. 4
   Make the sauce: mix the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, dashi granules, and potato starch together first, then stir in the water until combined.
   ▶ ≈4:36
5. 5
   Microwave at 600W for 1 minute, remove and stir well, then microwave for another minute until bubbling and thickened. Stir in the sesame oil to finish the sauce.
   ▶ ≈4:58
6. 6
   Unwrap the egg tofu and turn it out onto a plate, pour the sauce over it, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve.
   ▶ ≈5:57