Pressing And Blanching Tofu Recipes

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PRESSING AND BLANCHING TOFU

Needed the how-to for a recipe. Decided to post the help. Had to use two tofu's, because 'Zaar needs at least 2 ingredients! You really only need as much as you need!

Provided by Darkhunter

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 14 oz

Number Of Ingredients 2



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Steps:

  • Pressing:.
  • Place the cakes of tofu between two flat surfaces. Weight down the surfaces using a bowl of water, a heavy can, or whatever you have that will press down firmly but not squash the tofu.
  • Let stand for 30-45 minutes, remove the weight and pour off the liquid.
  • Blanching:.
  • Drop the cakes into boiling water. Reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.6, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 4.5, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.7

14 ounces tofu
14 ounces tofu

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