How to Make Tofu

[go6ko1]

i would looooooooove to spend 2 days on making a fresh tofu that'll last my for breakfast on the 3rd day but since i dont really have 3 days till my next meal ima go buy it from the store that's 2 min away =\ but good educational video

[maho2802]

where i can buy nigari???

[LayRae87]

thumbs up if you see the letter "A" in the left corner of the block of tofu

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[BluePhony]

How would you make extra firm tofu? Would you just let it drain more and then slice it?

[dahlee030176]

Thanks for the infos about tofu. You have a very nice presentation of how to make TOFU ! Tofu is cheap but it is always safe if you will be the one to make it .

[ggjones2517]

i always wondered what tofu was. thank u for the video. it helped alot 5*

[JogBird]

you can buy that amount of tofu for a couple of dollars or less

[Meloncupfuls]

verry jiggley

[asymptote9x]

I really hate videos where people try to act. Just saw what you have to say and stop trying to make it into an academy aware.

[muawidan]

The coagulant can also be replaced with vinegar or lime juice right? maybe I will go with lime juice that way will be more natural and healthy i think. Just a second thought.

[loler4eva]

water water water water water water and more water

[Eddyatusabe]

stop at 0:41

[patrick10001]

Can I use lime?

[DelectablePlanet]

@patrick10001 You can if you know the purity of it although calcium sulfate (Gyypsum) would be far more efficient.

[TheBgcheez]

Could you use something like a Country Living Grain Mill to turn the beans into flour then add water to create the paste? I ask because if there is a power outage it would be simpler to mush them.

[DelectablePlanet]

@TheBgcheez We've never ground the soy beans into a flour so not sure how that would work. Seems like it would be hard to strain all of the okara out after making the soy milk...but maybe try using very fine or double thick cheesecloth? But, give it a try and let us know how it turns out.

[arsdenis]

Madam u gorgeous in this video, as in Seitan Video

I lIke Your instrucitons :)

Best Wishes :):):)

[gavinmajors]

Just 39 easy steps!!

[MrGpcy]

Does it make a difference in taste if you strain the Okara before your boil or afterwards? I have tried to make the milk but it was hard to drink because it was very strong. However the day after I was able to drink it.

[DelectablePlanet]

@MrGpcy You have to boil the okara to get it to release the soy milk. So I would say, strain it after you boil it. You could dilute the soy milk with more water if it's too strong to drink. Also, use something like cheesecloth or a very fine sieve to strain it. That way you get as much of the okara out as possible.

[LipRouge]

MMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmmmm, yummy!!!!!!!!! It looked gorgeous.

[mariaismawati]

i used vinegar instead nigari it works

[DelectablePlanet]

@mariaismawati Hadn't thought of that one. How does it taste?

[mariaismawati]

@DelectablePlanet taste like tofu sure hehehe..... she using nigari for the coagulant in her tofu but you can use other else like vinegar, lime or lemon juice.. you can browse google for more info.

[crazybread1337]

Question- where do i obtain this "nigger eye" i think is what she calls it? I've looked everywhere for this and cannot find it, plz help!

[DelectablePlanet]

@crazybread1337 Nigari. You can get it at Delectable Planet's Market or check your local Asian grocery store.

[crazybread1337]

good lord this recipe takes like 12 hours to make?!?!?

TLDC = Too Long, Didnt Cook lol

[allencrider]

@crazybread1337 It's not like you have to stand there and watch your soybeans soak for ten hours. Be brave -- walk away from them while they're soaking!

[hsbc2468]

Where did you purchase that tofu press?

[DelectablePlanet]

@hsbc2468 Google Soyajoy and go to their Ordering page. Scroll down - it's near the bottom of the page.

[xotik]

I just bought cheesecloth and am beginning to explore the idea of making my own almond milk and tofu from scratch. I've been awfully discouraged, but after watching your very informative and easy to follow video I am inspired and eager again! Thank you :D))

[DelectablePlanet]

@xotik Glad to hear you're ready to try again! Let us know how it turns out.

[conscalle]

you are really good at explaining things, and i think you are very clear and organized person!

[verumuneh]

thank you sister! Well presented and informative.

[DelectablePlanet]

@verumuneh You're welcome!

[D3spairExE]

Tofu is from Japan..... I think, not China, well at least thats not what my Chinese parents told me!

[DelectablePlanet]

@D3spairExE There are several stories about the history of tofu - most agree that it originated in China. After Japanese Buddhist monks traveled to China to study, they brought the technology to Japan. From there it was picked up by Spanish sailors and brought to the "west." The word "tofu" is Japanese; the closest Chinese translation is "doufu" or "tau-fu." Over time it has been referred to as soy cheese, bean curd, bean cake. "Tofu" seems to have won. Thanks for the excuse to look this up!

[MegaPrincess1999]

Lol this lady doesn't have to list everything to do with tofu just teach us how!

[Cherubaby]

Tofu is very expensive in the stores, the same price as meat. Terrible!

[juelzxX]

*looks at video* NOPE! *drives to go buy Tofu at the store*

[lunchtastic]

This video is SO helpful. I've tried making tofu about 5 times to no avail but your video makes it extremely clear the two mistakes I've been making. Can't wait to try it again tomorrow!

[MissAuntieMae]

Is there any way to change the firmness of the tofu? For instance, soft versus firm versus extra firm? Does it just depend on how long you leave it in the press?

[DelectablePlanet]

@MissAuntieMae There are a couple of factors: if you add more nigari the tofu will be firmer (say, 1 more tsp than the recipe calls for). I haven't tried using less nigari for a softer block because sometimes it won't coagulate. If you have success with less, let us know! You can always add more if it doesn't separate. Also, the longer you leave the tofu in the press, the firmer it will be.

[BlackSkullz09]

I use lemon juice cuz some people use vinegar but vinegar is a blood thinner. Not very healthy to intake, so i use lemon juice cuz its alot less harsh than lime..

[HanaTian]

After 3 tries of reading a recipe, I was able to make a fabulous batch of tofu while watching this video. I am so happy!

Just one question-I noticed you drained the tofu in the sink. Is the whey useful for anything?

I really appreciated how clear the directions are. Thank you!

[CountessGobi]

Great Video. Thanks

[patrick10001]

You can also use lime juice..

[xXSuicideJackXx]

it looks delicious but not really firm....

[gooberhamm]

Thank you! Just got my press in the mail today!

[ULTRATHICK]

went through all the trouble of making my own homemade tofu but i really didn't get that much. maybe i didn't blend the beans enough.

[DelectablePlanet]

Yield is related to the quality of the bean, soak time,boil time, grind and press. It takes a bit of practice but once you get it, store bought tofu will never taste as good!

[ivanovskigoran]

Great

[generatrix999]

Soooooooo much work, its why people just buy it.

I'm not an advocate of changing tofu water every day. its accepted oxygen makes the tofu ferment, this is why you cover with water.

Changing water means you also replenish/add oxygen... which is in the fresh water.

[e2se]

In truth we really change ours every couple days and that does give us a longer shelf life.

[toounfazed]

@generatrix999 But it is very much worth it to make your own. I make a quart of soymilk with a Soyabella everyday, and make tofu every other day. That's enough for two adults to enjoy fresh soymilk and tofu for about 30 cents a day of raw ingredients. The cleanup is a breeze.

[kukubird92]

@toounfazed i can earn about US$50 per hour, how many tofu can i buy ? ummm 30cents, not worth

[toounfazed]

@kukubird92 You can measure your health and wellbeing in money, yet the least you spend gives you the back the most. I make far more than $50 an hour and find that being a minimalist in the kitchen reaps the greater reward by avoiding additives, waste, and the long journey to the table, as well as providing for the health and wellbeing of my family. Blessingway!

[chonkhongduocnick]

@generatrix999 you do not have to change the water every day!^^

do you think people in the asia-market change the water everyday?:D

[ffound6]

What about a video showing how to use the Okara? I would find that very useful, thanks!

[e2se]

Will do! Stay tuned...

[ffound6]

:)

...made some tofu as per your instructions, albeit with a little adjustment since I'm missing a few items... I'll nail the second attempt this week and send you some images if I may!

[e2se]

It is Nigari and soybeans. You can purchase nigari at any health food store or asian grocery store or at our web site.

[MamaQuita0109]

What are those two ingredients you used? Agari and something else. Where do you get them?

This is soooo awesome! Ilove your videos!

[LetsKickItUpANotch]

Nice video. I always wanted to make my own tofu but I always thought that is would be too difficult and messy to do myself. I stand corrected. That looked very easy (and very delicious). Thanks for the insight. :)

[kekejujube]

Excellent video! Very descriptive and presented well. Thanks!