Silken Soy: Master the Art of Homemade Tofu!

How to Make Tofu – a Simple Homemade Recipe!

🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 hours
🕒 Total Time: 15 hours 25 minutes

Description:

Make and share this How to Make Tofu – a Simple Homemade Recipe! It’s a delightful homemade tofu recipe that you can easily prepare in your kitchen.

Recipe Category:

Soy/Tofu

Keywords:

Beans, Asian, Indian, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, Easy

Ingredients:

• 250g soybeans
• 1 tablespoon yogurt
• 1 cup water

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 181.5
• Fat: 9.5g
• Saturated Fat: 3.3g
• Cholesterol: 15.9mg
• Sodium: 69mg
• Carbohydrates: 15.9g
• Fiber: 1.1g
• Sugar: 6.8g
• Protein: 14.9g

Yield:

2 cups of homemade tofu

Instructions:

1. Soak Soybeans:

   • Begin by soaking the soybeans in water for a generous 12 to 15 hours. This soaking process is crucial as it softens the beans, making them easier to blend later on.

2. Grind and Extract Milk:

   • After soaking, drain the soybeans and grind them into a fine paste. You can use a blender or food processor for this step. Add enough water to facilitate blending, and then transfer the paste into a large bowl.
   • Now, take a fine muslin cloth and place it over a large bowl. Pour the soybean paste onto the cloth. Gather the edges of the cloth and twist them together, squeezing out the milk into the bowl. This process extracts the soy milk from the ground beans.

3. Heat the Soy Milk:

   • Transfer the extracted soy milk into a pot and heat it over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom of the pot and burning.

4. Bring to a Boil:

   • Once the soy milk is heated, allow it to come to a gentle boil. Keep an eye on it and reduce the heat if necessary to prevent overflowing.

5. Add Yogurt and Lemon Juice:

   • Once the soy milk starts boiling, add a tablespoon of yogurt and lemon juice to it. These acidic ingredients will help coagulate the soy milk and form curds.

6. Stir Until Curdled:

   • Stir the mixture gently but continuously until you notice the milk starting to curdle. This process may take a few minutes, so be patient and keep stirring.

7. Strain the Curds:

   • Once the milk has completely curdled, allow it to settle for a few minutes. Then, place a fresh muslin cloth over a large bowl and carefully pour the curdled mixture onto it.
   • Gather the edges of the cloth and twist them together to form a pouch. Gently squeeze out any excess liquid, leaving behind the curds.

8. Forming Tofu:

   • The resultant mass inside the muslin cloth is your homemade tofu! You can shape it into a block by placing a weight on top of the cloth and letting it sit for about 30 minutes to an hour.

9. Usage:

   • Your freshly made tofu can now be used in various dishes, just like paneer. Incorporate it into stir-fries, soups, salads, or marinate and grill it for a tasty protein-packed meal!

10. Enjoy:

• Congratulations! You’ve successfully made your own tofu from scratch. Enjoy the fruits of your labor in your favorite dishes and share the joy of homemade goodness with your loved ones!

This simple homemade tofu recipe is not only delicious but also a great way to add healthy plant-based protein to your diet. Give it a try and experience the satisfaction of making your own tofu from scratch!