Everything you need to know about Tofu
What is Tofu?
Tofu is made from soya beans and has been a staple in Asian cuisine for over 2000 years. The production process of making it is very similar to cheese (soak soya beans in water, crush them to create a milk, heat the milk and then press it into a block) – it is also known as bean curd. Tofu often has a bad reputation for being bland with a soggy texture.
However, Tofoo Co have focused on modernising the product and giving it a new lease of life. Their products are made of just three ingredients - Soya beans, Water & Nigari (from saltwater), making the product extra firm solving the biggest complaint around texture. This is a key point of difference for Tofoo.
How to utilise Tofoo in your kitchen
Tofoo can be eaten Hot or Cold, giving you plenty of ways you can use it on your menu.
Typically, Tofoo is cubed but you can thinly slice, grate, pull, or even scramble it. By increasing the surface area, you can enhance the amount of flavour you want the tofu to absorb. Tofoo works well when battered or crumbed, adding that extra texture.
Why is Tofoo such an essential ingredient?
Whether it be breakfast, lunch, or dinner that you serve – Tofoo is versatile enough for you to use across all of these and works as part of any cuisine. It’s an easy substitution for things like scrambled egg with a particular product in the range for that purpose.
Labour saving
It’s a fantastic labour-saving product as there is no need to prepare it as it already comes pressed. And, if you’re looking for something even quicker, why not try their delicious Straight to Wok tofu, dusted in ginger and chilli.
Sustainable
The ingredients in Tofoo have been sustainably sourced which leans into one of the plant-based market drivers, such as environmental concerns and ethical decision making.
What recipes can I use this in?
If you’re looking for ease, you can use it in existing meals you may already have on your menu. For example, switch out the chicken in a curry for Tofoo.
However, if you’re looking for something new and exciting – we have put together four mouth-watering recipes for all your different needs.
For further inspiration, visit http://www.tofoo.co.uk/recipes