How Tofu is Prepared in Different Countries
Our tofu has a wide variety of firmness levels and textures. Understanding the firmness and texture of tofu is key to making a tofu dish amazing. Thus, there are numerous ways people cook tofu in the world. The versatility of tofu provides endless applications including salad, soups, stir-fries and even desserts! In this month’s blog, we are sharing how different countries prepare tofu for a meal.
Vietnam
Vietnamese like to add tofu into sandwiches. Tofu Banh Mi Sandwich is a quick food you can cook at home. Simply add Nature’s Soy zesty Marinated Pressed Tofu and your favorite veggies between a baguette to complete a quick lunch. With our marinated pressed tofu, it saves you cooking time. Packed with 15 grams of plant-based protein per serving, it’s perfect for a nutritious meal.
China
One feature of tofu is that it can absorb a lot of flavors when adding different sauces which is why it’s perfect for so many Chinese dishes. Tofu soaks up all the salty, spicy, and savory flavors. No doubt that stir-fry is the most popular way people cook tofu in China. The Home Style Tofu has a tender texture and crispy crust along with a savory, light spicy sauce, which makes it a popular dish in China.
Korea
When talking about Korean cuisine, we can’t forget to mention Kimchi Soondubu Jjigae. Whether the weather is cold, and you want to eat something to warm-up your body or you just want to have your friends and family over for this sharing-friendly food, Kimchi Soondubu Jjigae is always a good choice for you. It is made with tofu, clams, kimchi, and gochujang (a type of chili sauce for cooking). While all ingredients are boiling in a pot, the tofu will absorb the chili taste and the seafood flavor which will definitely excite your taste buds. Silken Tofu is usually used to make tofu stew, because of its tender and soft textures. Nature’s Soy new launched Extra Silken Tofu is perfect for this dish!
India
India is famous for all kinds of spices. Indian cuisine is all about food tossed with a spiced gravy. Stuffed kofta is a traditional Indian dish made with beef or chicken, but for a vegan option, it can be replaced with mashed tofu. Filled with potatoes, corn flour, coriander leaves and chili, the stuffed kofta is fried which releases fragrant spices. Dip the kofta in aromatic gravy and serve with rice.
We hope you enjoyed how different countries prepare tofu from July’s blog. To learn more about tofu cooking tips & tricks, please visit Nature’s Soy website. To keep up with Nature’s Soy, follow us on Facebook & Instagram!
