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Recipe of Tofu

Recipe of Tofu

Tofu is a food of oriental origin, prepared with soybeans, water and a solidifier or coagulant. It is based on the nutritional value of soy protein, which contains essential amino acids and helps lower blood cholesterol, among other benefits

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At Vida Recipes we teach you how to prepare this healthy alternative to traditional cheese, below are the ingredients and steps to prepare it at home.

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Recipe Summary

Preparation 120 min
Cooking 15 min
Servings 12
Difficulty Intermediate
12 Servings
120 min Preparation
15 min Cooking
Intermediate
Cheeses

Ingredients

  • Juice from 2 lemons
  • 2 cups of dried soy beans
  • Agua

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Soak the beans, covered with plenty of water, for at least 8 hours.
  • Step 2
  • For every cup of hydrated soy, add 2 cups of water.
  • Step 3
  • Process the soybeans with the water.
  • Step 4
  • Pour the mixture onto a colander covered with cloth.
  • Step 5
  • Tofu is made from milk. Repeat the process until you finish processing the hydrated soy.
  • Step 6
  • Heat the milk, on a high flame, and as foam emerges, it is constantly removing it. Do not stop stirring.
  • Step 7
  • Once it boils, remove the foam and put it on medium low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Step 8
  • Let it cool for 10 minutes and add the lemon juice. From now on, it is left 45 minutes for it to cut and finish cooling.
  • Step 9
  • Strain the whey from the tofu, with the help of a strainer and cloth.
  • Step 10
  • Close the package and leave it for 1 hour. Unmold it and store it, in a container covered with water and covered with a lid.

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Tofu and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of Tofu to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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