Soy-bean Soft Tofu Recipe

Time2h

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Soak the Soybeans
Rinse the soybeans thoroughly under cold water. Place them in a bowl and cover with water. Let them soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
2
Drain and Rinse
After soaking, drain the soybeans and rinse them again under cold water.

3
Blend the Soybeans
Transfer the soaked soybeans to a blender and add 4 cups of fresh water. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4
Strain the Soy Milk
Pour the blended soybean mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pot, separating the soy milk from the soybean pulp. Gather the cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
5
Heat the Soy Milk
Place the strained soy milk in a pot over medium heat. Bring it to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6
Add the Coagulant
Once the soy milk reaches a boil, remove it from heat. Dissolve 1 tsp of coagulant in a small amount of warm water, then slowly stir it into the hot soy milk. Allow the mixture to sit for about 15 minutes to curdle.
7
Press the Tofu
Line a tofu mold or a small rectangular container with cheesecloth. Pour the curdled soy milk into the mold, folding the cheesecloth over the top. Place a weight on top to press the tofu and let it sit for 20-30 minutes.
8
Unmold the Tofu
Carefully remove the weight and unfold the cheesecloth. Gently take out the tofu from the mold. Your soft tofu is now ready!

9
Season and Serve
Cut the soft tofu into cubes. Season with salt, soy sauce, and sesame oil according to taste. Serve as a side dish or add to soups and salads.