Hiyayakko Recipe
Japanese · Appetizer · 10 min total
Hiyayakko is a simple Japanese chilled tofu dish, perfect as a light appetizer or side dish on a hot day. This recipe uses silken tofu topped with classic savory garnishes.
10
min prep
min prep
2
servings
servings
180
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) silken tofu, chilled
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted white sesame seeds
Instructions
- Drain the tofu and gently pat dry with paper towels. Cut into 4 equal slices.
- Arrange tofu slices on two small plates.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over each serving.
- Top with sliced green onion, bonito flakes, grated ginger, and sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately while still chilled.
Tips
- For a vegan version, omit bonito flakes and use a drizzle of ponzu sauce instead of soy sauce.
- Hiyayakko is best eaten right away; do not refrigerate after topping.
- You can also add a small mound of grated daikon radish or a pinch of shichimi togarashi for extra flavor.
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