How To Press Tofu Without a Tofu Press

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How To Press Tofu Without a Tofu Press

Want to know how to get crispy tofu? The secret is to press it before you use it! Here’s how to press tofu without a tofu press.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 package extra firm tofu
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Instructions

  1. Open your package of tofu and drain the liquid it’s packaged in.
  2. On a rimmed plate, place a dish towel over top and a paper towel on top of it. Alternatively, you can use two dish towels.
  3. Place the block of tofu in the middle of the paper towel and wrap it up in the paper towel first then the dish towel.
  4. Place a cutting board on top of the wrapped tofu and then add some heavy objects on top such as canned tomatoes to press.
  5. Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes before using.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 4servings Calories 54kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 62mg (3%) Potassium 152mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 31mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 54 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 4servings
Calories 54kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Potassium 152mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 31mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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