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It is made just like regular tofu, but weights (usually wooden planks) are left over the blocks of tofu to express some of the water in it.
This results into a firm or extra firm texture depending on the weight and/or the duration of the press process.
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What is in tofu?
Tofu is made of soy milk curdled with a coagulant such as seawater extract. It is then cut into blocks and pressed under a weight to get firm or extra firm tofu, except for soft tofu which is not pressed.
Is tofu watery?
Tofu itself is not 'watery' as in 'running liquid', but it contains a large quantity of water, even when pressed as firm or extra firm tofu to expel some of the water content. This water is part of the water introduced during the soy milk making process. A minor portion of the water comes from the coagulant agent introduced in the tofu making process, for instance sea water in the case of soft (or silken) tofu.
What is to fu?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tofu Tofu is like cheese, but made from soy milk (which is made from soy beans). Tofu can also be made from almonds or black beans. Regular Soy Tofu doesn't have much flavor and can be purchased flavored or plain, and in different textures, like soft, medium and firm.
Does tofu contain tofu?
Tofu needs to contain tofu to be tofu. So yes, tofu contains tofu. Tofu is made from soybeans.
How many carbohydrates are in soy beans?
Number of Carbs » Tofu - Dried-Frozen (koyadofu) - (1 piece) 2» Tofu - Extra Firm - (1/5 block) 2» Tofu - Firm - (1/4 block) 2» Tofu - Fried - (1 oz) 3» Tofu - Hard - (1/4 block) 5» Tofu - Okara - (1 cup) 15» Tofu - Raw - Firm, (1/4 block) 3Obtained fromhttp://www.nutrientfacts.com/FoodPages/Carbs/Carbs_Tofu.htmon 7/31/2008
Is it okay if you put a tofu in sweet and sour fish?
Sure thing. You might want to select a firm variety of tofu instead of a soft variety.
What is chilled tofu?
chilled tofu is...tofu is like a white square made of something its just when regular tofu is cold.
Is tofu made from beans?
Yes and no, tofu is made from soybean, which is a different genus from the regular beans.
What are the ingredient in tofu?
ONLY soybean, water and "coagulant". Coagulant is the "thing" that firms the tofu, which turns the soybean liquid to a firm form we called tofu. There are various types of coagulant. (To name it a few: nagiri, lemon, vinegar, and more.)
Is tofu a dairy product?
No, tofu is made form soya beans and is therefore a vegtable product.
How much protein does 400 grams tofu have?
4 grams of firm tofu yield about 1.68 calories, 1.36 calories from fat and 0.32 calories from proteins. Softer tofu contains more water and has less calories.Sugar content is negligible.AnswerTofu is a protein-rich food that is low in calories and fat.For example, about 1/4 cup of tofu has about 5 grams of protein and about 45 calories. That same amount will have 2-3 grams of fat (non-saturated) and no cholesterol, as tofu is made from soy beans.Tofu is easy to digest and is also a good source of calcium.Although some people don't like it, it is a healthy food!I hope that is what you needed!
Is miso a type of tofu?
no it is not. Miso is a veggi from the miso plant and tofu is soy bean paste made in to cube form. You may think that miso is from tofu because almost all miso soups are made with miso and tofu
