Tofu is a favorite plant food, which is not only delicious, but also nutritious. Buying ready-made tofu is usually expensive and may contain preservatives. Why not try to make your own tofu buns and enjoy fresh and healthy tofu?

Prepare materials

The following materials are needed to make tofu buns:

1 lb (450g) dried soybean

10- 12 glass of water

1/4 cup coagulant (such as magnesium chloride or gypsum)

Fine cotton or cheese cloth

Bowl or bucket

A heavy object (such as a stone or a large number of books)

Detailed steps

Step 1: Soak the soybeans.

Put soybeans in a large bowl or barrel, cover them with clear water and soak them overnight or at least 12 hours. Soybeans will swell and absorb water to prepare for the next step.

Step 2: Grind soybeans.

Drain the soaked soybeans, and then grind them into a fine paste with a grinder or blender. Add about 4 cups of water until a smooth paste is formed.

Step 3: Cook soybean sauce.

Pour soybean sauce into a large pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. After boiling, reduce the heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the paste becomes sticky and bubbly.

Step 4: Filter the soybean milk.

Pour the cooked soybean sauce into a large bowl covered with cotton cloth or cheese cloth. Filter the soybean milk into another bowl with a spoon or shovel, leaving the bean dregs.

Step 5: coagulate soybean milk.

Dissolve coagulant in a small amount of water. Then, slowly pour into the soybean milk and stir while pouring. Soymilk will start to solidify and form tofu flower.

Step 6: Molding tofu.

Pour the bean curd flower into a mold covered with fine cotton cloth or cheese cloth. Wrap the tofu flower in cloth and put it under the heavy object. The weight will squeeze out water and form a hard tofu block.

Step 7: Cool down and enjoy.

Refrigerate tofu for at least 4 hours or overnight. After refrigeration, tofu will become more compact. You can cut tofu into pieces, fry, stir-fry or stew, and enjoy delicious homemade tofu.

skill

Use fresh and high-quality soybeans to ensure the best taste of tofu.

When grinding soybeans, add a proper amount of water to avoid the paste being too thick or too thin.

The amount of coagulant will affect the texture of tofu. For hard tofu, use more coagulants; For softer tofu, use less coagulant.

Making tofu is a patient and meticulous process, so don't rush for success. Wait patiently according to the steps, and your efforts will be rewarded.

Handmade tofu buns can not only save you money, but also let you enjoy fresh and healthy tofu. By following these simple steps, you can easily make delicious homemade tofu at home, adding nutrition and flavor to your diet.