Carefully remove the silken tofu from its packaging and drain the liquid. Place the block onto a heat-proof plate.

Set up a steamer and steam the tofu for 6-8 minutes until heated through. Alternatively, microwave the tofu on the plate for 2 minutes.

Remove the plate from the steamer. Carefully tip the plate to drain any excess water that has released from the tofu during cooking.

Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil directly over the warm tofu.

Pile the chopped green onions, ginger strips, sesame seeds, and chili (if using) on top of the tofu block.

In a small saucepan or ladle, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it just begins to smoke.

Immediately pour the hot oil over the aromatics on top of the tofu. You should hear a distinct sizzling sound as the oil cooks the ginger and onions.

Serve immediately while warm.