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Chilled Tofu & Avocado with Pear Soy Dressing

Chilled Tofu & Avocado with Pear Soy Dressing

Looking for a light and refreshing way to enjoy tofu?

This simple chilled dish combines silky tofu, creamy avocado, crisp pear, and apple with a sweet and savory pear soy dressing made with DoYouBo Gantian Soy Sauce.

The fresh fruit adds natural sweetness and texture, while soy sauce brings savory depth to the dressing. Served chilled and finished with shredded seaweed, it is an easy no-cook dish for warm days or whenever you want something fresh and simple.

Ingredients

  • 1 box soft tofu
  • Avocado, as needed
  • 1/2 Asian pear
  • Apple, as needed
  • A little lemon juice
  • Shredded seaweed, as needed

For the Pear Soy Dressing

  • 6 tbsp DoYouBo Gantian Soy Sauce
  • 1/2 Asian pear, grated or puréed
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • A little honey

Instructions

1. Prepare the tofu and avocado

Cut the soft tofu into slices approximately 1–2 cm thick.

Remove the avocado pit and cut the avocado into slices of approximately the same thickness.

2. Prepare the fruit

Without peeling, thinly slice the Asian pear and apple to approximately 0.5 cm thick.

Place the slices in lemon water to help slow oxidation and keep the fruit looking fresh.

3. Make the pear soy dressing

Grate or purée the Asian pear.

Combine the pear purée with DoYouBo Gantian Soy Sauce, lemon juice, and a little honey.

Mix until well combined.

4. Assemble

On a long serving plate, alternate the tofu, apple, avocado, and Asian pear slices.

Drizzle the pear soy dressing over the top and finish with shredded seaweed.

Serve immediately or enjoy chilled.

Tips

Keep the fruit fresh:
Soaking the sliced fruit in lemon water helps slow oxidation.

No lemon water?
The original recipe also suggests using lightly salted water as an alternative.

A Fresh Way to Enjoy Soy Sauce

Soy sauce is often associated with stir-fries, marinades, and braised dishes, but it can also work beautifully in fresh, no-cook recipes.

Here, the savory character of soy sauce balances the sweetness of Asian pear and honey, while lemon juice adds a light touch of acidity.

Paired with creamy avocado, soft tofu, and crisp fruit, the result is a refreshing dish with contrasting flavors and textures.

It is also a simple example of how Taiwanese soy sauce can be used beyond traditional cooked dishes and incorporated into everyday modern meals.

Recommended Product

DoYouBo Gantian Soy Sauce

Its savory flavor pairs naturally with the sweetness of fruit, making it a versatile choice for dressings, chilled dishes, and everyday cooking.