Asian Tofu “Caprese” Toast

意大利式豆腐番茄烤面包

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    1

    as a light lunch or 2 as a starter
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
House of Nanking: Family Recipes from San Francisco's Favorite Chinese Restaurant

By Kathy Fang and Peter Fang

Published 2025

  • About

KATHY: This is my twist on a tomato caprese sandwich, for anytime I have a craving but don’t have mozzarella. Tofu is a staple in my fridge because it’s incredibly versatile, healthy, and has a long shelf life—and it turns out, texturally and flavor-wise, it’s the perfect complement to a juicy slice of tomato and crispy toast. The addition of hoisin adds a surprising element of caramelized sweetness. (Hoisin has become a go-to condiment for me as an adult. Try it on avocado