How to Press Tofu

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    3 servings

  • Calories

    62 kcal

  • Course

    Others

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Press Tofu

This tutorial teaches you how to press tofu without a press at home in 30 minutes! It is super easy and only requires a heavy pan and some paper towels.

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Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces extra firm tofu
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Instructions

  1. Wrap the tofu in two paper towels and place it inside a shallow plate.
  2. Place a heavy pan on top of the tofu and add two canned items in the pan to apply weight to the tofu. Make sure that the weight is balanced to press down evenly on the top of the tofu without being too heavy to break the tofu. This will help to squeeze out the moisture from the tofu block.
  3. Allow the tofu to sit for 30 minutes and notice the moisture drawing out of the block of tofu. You can replace the paper towels if you notice they become fully absorbed in the tofu liquid.
  4. Remove the weights and unwrap the tofu. Cut and cook the tofu as desired.
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Notes

  • Tip: For chewy tofu, press for longer. The more water extruded the chewier it will be. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 62kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g Sodium 71mg (3%) Potassium 175mg (5%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 62 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 62kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Sodium 71mg 3%
Potassium 175mg 4%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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