How To Press Tofu Without a Tofu Press
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
54 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
How To Press Tofu Without a Tofu Press
Description
How To Press Tofu Without a Tofu Press shows a straightforward method to eliminate water from a block of extra-firm tofu without specialized equipment. The key is to wrap the tofu tightly in a paper towel and dish towel on a plate with a rim to contain any liquid. Then placing a cutting board on top and weighting it down with canned goods exerts enough pressure to squeeze out moisture gently but effectively. Pressing tofu enhances texture by making it denser and less crumbly, which is helpful for pan frying or baking.
The tofu needs at least 30 minutes under weight to adequately drain any excess water. This method uses common kitchen materials, making it accessible to most home cooks. After pressing, the tofu is ready for marinating or seasoning and will hold up better in recipes.
Ingredients
- 1 package tofu extra firm
Instructions
- Open your package of tofu and drain the liquid it’s packaged in.
- 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.
- 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.
- Place a cutting board on top of the wrapped tofu and then add some heavy objects on top such as canned tomatoes to press.
- Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes before using.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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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