5 ways to drain your tofu to make your tofu dishes taste better

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Did you know that you should remove excess water from your tofu?in this video, i'll review 5 different ways to improve the flavor of your tofu dishes!😛
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@novaplum1617 4 года назад

For those of you who can't read Japanese, his shirt is pretty neat. It says: 一日中豆腐食べる. In hiragana:いちにちじゅうとうふたべる. In Romaji: ichi nichi jyuu toufu taberu. It's a cool little rhyme in Japanese and it translates to "eat tofu all day long"

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing that! :)

@plantbasedmom8444 5 лет назад

Recently just learned I’m supposed to remove the water lol thanks for the tips!!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

you are welcome. :) what is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@noelrequina5004 12 дней назад

Same😂 I just got to know that water had to be removed I usually get carried away watching anime cooking tofu😂 Never knew it had to much water inside Great tip thanks🥰

@courtneyfaithbryant8045 4 года назад

Omg i need a tofu press!!!! I didn’t even know this was a thing

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Have you tried a tofu press?

@glennkennedy441 4 года назад

I freeze it first, then thaw it, then once thawed , press it in a tofu presser to remove all moisture ....it's dry a as bone and now soaks up any liquids you place it in.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

That's also a good idea to drain the tofu, thanks for sharing, do you make your own tofu? :)

@glennkennedy441 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark No I don't make my own.

@BraninT 3 года назад

I stumbled upon the "freeze and Squeeze" method when I first started using tofu. I used to buy tofu and cut it into four, take one block for that evening, and bag the rest and toss em in the freezer. I soon realized that the blocks that had been frozen and thawed were easier to squeeze out the water and better at absorbing sauces than the one I'd used fresh.

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing your experience. :) Is this your tested and proven method that you have been doing ever since?

@lemonade2700 Год назад

Freeze to the former hard tofu and put it in a container inside of a bag with a container in the bag less water absorbing at the very bottom Rinse and repeat, draining water and air out the bag every so often Think of it Like curing herbs

@CeleciaFirestorm 4 года назад

I spent years wondering why my sauces were so watery until I saw in a video that you could press tofu. Until today, I only knew about removing water by pressing. I usually use a plate with papertowels underneath the block and then another plate upside down and cans stacked on top. It never really presses evenly but it works as long as I keep checking on it. A tofu press is definitely going on my birthday wishlist.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Glad to hear that you found the video useful! Draining the tofu can make it taste better :)

@alexandrias.1014 5 лет назад

I actually really like the microwave method! I tend to cook dinner late because of our work schedules and it works like a charm! Usually I’ll cut it into slices and just lay them out over a plate in batches.

@alexandrias.1014 5 лет назад

all day i eat like a shark I like to make teriyaki tofu or use it cubed in ramen and udon soup. I like miso too, though my husband doesn’t care too much for it. Japanese food is one of my favorites!

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

sounds delicious! i'm glad you like Japanese food :)

@cleverkev79 3 года назад

i'M CURIOUS... it doesn't begin to COOK it in the microwave after 3-4 minutes or burn?

@kaydenpat 3 года назад

@@cleverkev79 That’s what I was wondering. Microwaving it seems risky if it starts to cook.

@anontheanonymous183 5 лет назад

For some reason your voice reminds me of Michael Cera

@anontheanonymous183 5 лет назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark yeah dude I love Michael Cera 😂

@ThaisMCruz 3 года назад

OMG! It does! Is like listening to George Michael himself!LOL

@bokutosbabyowl8904 3 года назад

I can't unhear it now 😭😂

@beatricelindholm2971 2 года назад

I usually freeze and then thaw before diy-pressing it, but I find the method inconvenient as it is hard to balance and a tofu press has been on my wishlist for a while. I've tried microwaving and passive-draining since finding this video, and am thankful for the different alternatives and useful information!

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

Yay! Glad it was helpful! Thank you, Beatrice! :)

@amberpowers7509 3 года назад

Just bought my first block today, no one in the house has had it before. Thanks so much for this video! I’m hoping by doing it correctly will encourage them to enjoy it more

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Thank you very much! I hope you enjoy it, and I'd love to hear how it goes. :)

@marlastone17 4 года назад

george forman grill is excellent for both draining water and grilling tofu at the same time!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks Marla for the tip. ;)

@beaversz 5 лет назад

Another great video!!! Love the editing and the cute shirt! 😍

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

that you :) you can actually get my shirt online! click this link and choose the shirt you like - www.alldayieat.com/shop/

@vivianfrashier3896 4 года назад

Thanks for all the tips. I just started eating tofu and this is helpful.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Wonderful! You are welcome and glad that the tips help. What favorite tofu dishes have you tried so far?

@georgezambrano5166 5 лет назад

Exactly the video I was looking for, thanks!

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

you are welcome. what is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@RTM950 Год назад

Love your smooth style of explanation. It's refreshing.

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

thank you!

@Blurb777 2 года назад

I have always just wrapped the tofu block in paper towels and put my considerable weight on it to squeeze out all excess water. It looks like heck when done, but it tastes great mixed with spinach and onions. I'm Greek and cook Greek style, so Tofu goes through a bit of a Greek naturalization process on my stove top and assimilates well! I actually love it. I use it in place of other veggies, meat or cheese in such dishes as spanikopita and soufiko. I call it "GrecoAsian" cooking. They make great partners!

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing this with us! Love the GrecoAsian style of cooking! 😎

@Blurb777 2 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark - Ah - you should taste it! Crossing cultural lines enhances the depth and appreciation of our shared culinary experience. ❤❤❤

@evileyelash8094 3 года назад

Great tips! Thank you :) I usually heat mine in a pan and then pour off the water if I want to dry it out a bit before adding it to a recipe, but I like these methods in the video and will give them a try :)

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Great idea too, Nia! Thank you so much and glad that you liked these methods :)

@joylopez2735 3 года назад

Stainless steel ninja press looks awesome! Really appreciate learning about these alternative methods......thank you!

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

You are welcome! Glad to be of help.. Do you cook tofu often?

@joylopez2735 3 года назад

Yes... it's certainly become a staple in my household over the last two years.

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Glad to hear that and to meet people who loves tofu like I do! I hope you can subscribe and learn more about plant-based Japanese food. We have a Facebook group where we learn from other members too! Happy cooking!

@benoitpiche1076 3 года назад

Nice video. Right to the point. But one can't ignore the freeze de-freeze method which will also remove more water and alter the texture in a desirable way. And a warning about the DIY method: take care when the weights come out of balance (as they will) because they will fall off to the floor. It happened to me a few times and I was close again today.

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

That's a very good tip! thanks for sharing them with us. And I hope the weights you use didn't hit your toes or caused any accident on your floor. How often do you use tofu on your dishes?

@benoitpiche1076 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark I'd say I use it twice a month. Sometimes marinated and sautéed, sometimes shredded and baked in a of loaf also containing oatmeal, either sunflower seeds, hazelnuts or pecans, onion, garlic, celery, tahini and soy sauce, seved with a tomato sauce.

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

just thinking about this makes me hungry already! :) I hope you can check my other videos and/or my blog. you would discover other ways to cook and prepare tofu there too!

@oldmanvlog Год назад

Great video. I usually do the paper towl with a pot on top, or just sit there. It was really helpful to spell out the times it can take to drain it out. Great stuff.

@khemachin4834 Год назад

I was wonder why my first tofu dish taste not good until i come across your video. i actually miss important step. Thank Youu

@PamelaProPeace 2 года назад

Thank you for giving me an idea! 💡During the lockdowns I started making my own tofu and for this I bought a tofu maker set which includes a wooden box mould. Making tofu is time consuming and leaves a lot of washing up so since life has got back to normal, I have reverted to buying tofu. I usually just put a paper towel on the tofu and squash it to get rid of the excess water. Watching your video I realised I can bring my wooden box back into use! I am going to put the bought tofu block into the press and then do exactly what I did with the home made. Put the lid on, a couple of heavy tins on top and wait about 20 mins. More efficient that the paper towel squash - and now I don't feel guilty about not using my tofu making set! 👍🏼It's a win win 😃

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

Yay! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! 😊

@sarah18497 5 лет назад

Thank you for sharing these tips with us!!! Wonderful video!

@sarah18497 5 лет назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark Not at the moment, but I am learning how to cook tofu. I want to fully appreciate this wonderfully nutritional food. :) Your video helped me out a lot. I am still an amateur. I probably cooked with tofu...five times so far. Anyway, thank you so much!!! Edit: the first time I ate tofu was last year and I disliked it. I tried it again a week ago after watching your video and I am very satisfied with what I learned!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

@@sarah18497 i am so glad this video inspired you to like tofu :) what is your favorite tofu dish now?

@jonglee9436 5 лет назад

thanks video , this is what i have been looking for.

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

you are welcome! which is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@grkgrl3852 2 года назад

The DIY press works great! Thank you for the wonderful tips

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

So glad! Thank you! :)

@altroxx 5 лет назад

I love cooking with tofu so this is a very useful video for me. Thanks, Pat! :)

@altroxx 5 лет назад

I just usually squeeze out the excess water haha

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

@@altroxx how do you squeeze the water out? :)

@missjohnnyhayes 4 года назад

Using the tofu container as the flat surface for the diy press: GENIUS!!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks! Have you tried the other ways that we suggested?

@missjohnnyhayes 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark no, not yet. I usually just stack on different pots and pans and pray that they don't fall over. I've been thinking about investing in a proper press, but I think I'll give your method a try first.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

@@missjohnnyhayesgreat!

@pinkfrogg 5 лет назад

This is so helpful, thank you!!

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

you are welcome! which is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@hadley20 3 года назад

tysm for this it’s my first time cooking tofu and i don’t want to mess it up!

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

It's part of the learning process but I hope your first time cooking the tofu will turn out well. How are you cooking it, if I may ask?

@hadley20 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark i did the microwaving method to drain it and i just baked the tofu in the oven. the texture was nice but i didn’t add enough flavor and it was rlly bland but it’s not bad

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

I usually marinade my tofu with dashi before cooking it. Its adds flavor when its submerged/ marinated with a delicate yet delicious flavor like dashi

@BMSLou 4 года назад

Thank you. Seems the microwave may be least messy maybe. Great tips.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Yes, it's easier as well 😊

@teleyanna1810 4 года назад

♥ Thank you! ♥ I am just starting to eat tofu at home and this is very helpful.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Welcome @Tele. What kind of tofu recipe you like most?

@rajnaran58 4 года назад

Thanks for this. I only get soft tofu and wondered how to remove water and compact the tofu. Will definitely help me in my cooking.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Welcome and happy to help. I hope that you will have a successful tofu this time. Enjoy your tofu @Raj.

@fawnm7765 Год назад

Love your channel. I followed the microwave method and it was great

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

Thank you :)

@amitshinde3726 4 года назад

I recently discovered that the Tofu needs to be drained before cooking I realised that when I used to think why my Tofu is so soft and when I eat in restaurants it is firm. My favourite method is DIY, I keep it in a stainless steel drainer(which used for salads etc.) and put a plate on it and put heavy water filled jar on it.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing your experience. Some tofu are really soft but yes, flavors and texture change when you drain the water properly :)

@vaniad5843 2 года назад

This is brilliant thankyou! My fam didnt really cook so I know nothing about cooking but yesterday I was so disappointed because I made mun tofu and everything is okay except the tofu is sour. And I just bought it and havent expired. Nobody talks about how tofu needs to be removed from the excess water so now I know. Thanks!

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@cathywarner1567 Год назад

I didn't know I had to drain excess water from fresh tofu, thanks for info.

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

Happy to help, Cathy! Here are some additional recipes and gimmicks to assist you with your cooking journey www.alldayieat.com/food-archive/

@vivianalam7088 4 года назад

Thank You. It will be my first time. Great tips!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

welcome Viviana. have you tried these tips? :)

@M8B2L8 4 года назад

1) heat it with microwave or stovetop 2) press it with heavy weights 3) passive method = cut it up and soak up the excess water

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

You can also use kitchen device like tofu press which has the same concept as putting heavy weight on top. Tofu press like Tofu Ninja are made for the purpose alone and I use it a lot. Alternatively, if you dont have microwave, you can boil it on a pot of water, then drain and then pat dry. It is similar to microwave but you dont need to boil water for the microwave.

@imeldaedra7678 5 лет назад

Thank you...very informative!!!

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

you are welcome! which is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@lmorter7867 4 года назад

Thanks for the suggestions. Got me thinking. I bet putting it in the dehydrator for a bit will do it or maybe putting it in my greek yogurt strainer in the fridge over night. Obviously won't work if I'm in a hurry though.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

yes, i think so. you can use other way to drain your tofu in faster way :)

@lidoevera 4 года назад

Loved your video! Thank you very much for sharing :)

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@tgatez3566 4 года назад

Quick and very informative. Thanks!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

you are welcome! what is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@sharontanouye4707 5 лет назад

I squeeze the block between 2 saucers while holding it over the sink. Easy Peasy!

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

yes! nice one Sharon! that's another idea.

@CupcakeSprinkleUwU 5 лет назад

I might try this!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

@@CupcakeSprinkleUwU great! let me know how it goes :)

@CupcakeSprinkleUwU 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark lmfao... I forgot to try this, omg. 😂😂😂 ugh I feel totally stupid.

@jjharris8341 Год назад

To make tofu crumbles for a stir-fry, I just squeeze a chunk of tofu in my fist over the sink.

@aagalani 3 года назад

Which method takes out the most water? BTW, very good info.

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Thanks Andy! Microwaving the tofu, I believe, removes the most water, but it also deforms the tofu. Which method is your favorite?

@aagalani 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark I put a block on the strainer and put weight on it. Still leaves some water. Looking at buying a press.

@sarahg2235 4 года назад

Thanks for this video! it really helped

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Glad it helped! :)

@kellyclark7517 4 года назад

Cast iron pan “press”🔥🔥🔥

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Have you tried the other methods too? I think as long as there is weight on top of the tofu, water will be squeezed out.

@ihavetowrite8432 3 года назад

YES! I knew there was something in the kitchen that was heavy enough. My cast iron fits the bill.

@mpalm513 3 года назад

@kelly that is exactly what I do too lol. Still tempted to get a press though.

@KittyBankz 3 года назад

I'm trying a new way, I heard that if you freeze it & thaw it out a few times it will drain it & create a more chicken texture for tofu chkn nuggets.. that grated almost stringy texture of chicken

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

That's true Kitty. I don't recommend freezing and thawing tofu for a few times. Do you remove excess water from tofu?

@VeronicaDesire1230 3 года назад

Thank you for this video 😊

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

My pleasure 😊

@ericaconradson4297 3 года назад

Thank you so much for making this video!! I didn't even know a tofu press was a thing!! With all the tofu my daughter and I eat, I should definitely own one...lol. Going to Amazon right now! 😁

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Wow that's wonderful to know. :) What is your favorite tofu dish?

@ericaconradson4297 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark I'm not sure what the dish is called...but it's a sweet and spicy stir fry tofu. It's really good! It has pork, chilis, a little scrambled egg, an oyster sauce soup thickened with a little corn starch at the end...its my favorite! 💗

@ericaconradson4297 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark okay thats ONE of my favorites. Haha! I also love tofu with yakisoba noodles. Thats when I can find them at my grocery store. Not an easy thing to have on a regular basis in Montana! 😂

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

I have to agree that many Japanese ingredients are not available everywhere which is why I find some items that I can ship (or locate a local shop that sells one). There are really many ways to make your tofu as an alternate to your meat (if you like to go meatless or if meat is not available).

@malabikakulkarni7241 Год назад

I first freeze it , then keep it outside in the refrigerator to thaw. Then I boil it for 2/3 minutes in salty water. Then I put it in tofu press .

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

Great tip!

@manarali7846 4 года назад

I lovvvvvve touf, I normally use the first method just slice it in to cubes and leave it for few minutes then use it 😅

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Me too! Tofu is one of my fave protein source! :) How do you cook it usually?

@jvallas Год назад

If we get a tofu press - is every block of tofu sold the same dimensions? (I stuck a cast iron pan on top yesterday for my first try with tofu.)

@АлексейАли-ф5т 2 года назад

Hello! I tried drying soy okara / pulp in the oven and microwave, after such drying okara loses its ability to absorb. Even if he just lies on the table for a couple of days, he still loses the ability to absorb water. Tell me, please, how can okara be dried so that the ability to absorb water and dissolve in it remains?

@lemonade2700 Год назад

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

Thank you, Lemo

@curtisthomas2670 3 года назад

Boiling tofu sounds counterintuitive, would never have thought of that as a method

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Right Curtis. Hehe. But actually really works. Did you find this video helpful?

@curtisthomas2670 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark Very

@marichub8828 4 года назад

very informative. Thank you!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

glad it was helpful! are you having problems on draining your tofu? :)

@kimchi8022 4 года назад

Such a great video! Thanks!

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks for your support Kimberly, glad that you like it :) Have you made your own tofu before?

@kimchi8022 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark Ah no i have not! have you?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Yes :) You might want to learn it here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-27Cz7puRg0M.html 😎

@mariepenaloza5046 2 года назад

thanks for sharing this :)

@LoreleiMission 3 года назад

I stack cookbooks on the tofu. They're heavy and you can easily see if the books are level or tilting

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Nice idea! Love that the cookbooks are multi-purpose! Hehe

@name.terrie 3 года назад

My favorite is the press or the DIY press

@TrudyConway 3 года назад

This is super helpful for someone like me who is trying to get away from red meat and is tired of chicken. I was thinking of draining an extra firm block by placing it on a sieve-type screen over a plat to let it slowly drain. Years ago, I got to try tofu thinly sliced & braised. It was delicious. Now I am trying to use it myself for the first time. I bought extra firm & froze it for a couple of weeks (in the package it came in). I have it thawing in the fridge now and I want to use it to make a burger-type sandwich. I plan to season it with garlic and onion and serve it on a bun with ketchup, mayo, tomatoes, etc. Will the draining method I'm thinking of work? Do I marinade it to season? Season before or after pan-frying? So many questions!

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Thank you so much Trudy! Yes, actually love your idea of draining and seasoning. Please, I would love to know how it goes :)

@TrudyConway 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark I will let you know. I actually cut slits in the container top and put it upside down & on top of some mason jar lids. I sealed this all in a Tupperware container to drain overnight in the fridge. I will see how the seasoning & cooking goes tomorrow :-)

@TrudyConway 3 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark The tofu burgers converted me! After draining the tofu, I soaked slices in soy & seasoned them with garlic water, some Greek seasoning spice & breaded them with wild wings powder & fried them until the outside was very crispy. I am now looking up recipes for bbq and desserts using tofu. I am so happy that I tried this. My budget and tastebuds are really happy. I want to thank you for this video that helped me get started. Peace always!

@alisiamontgomery6944 4 года назад

Thank you for your video. My tofu came out awesome

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

wonderful! happy to help :) what technique did you try?

@sofiab2568 Год назад

I prefer different methods depending on what i crave. I love boiled tofu. I think if softens the tofu and makes it creamier (small town in sweden, the tofu selection is very, very limited. There is only firm tofu and really soft silken tofu... 😅) In a way. Freezing and thaughing is great for when i what to change the structure of the tofu and make it "dryer". It all depends :)

@teresa4565 4 года назад

The first method just cut in cubes and leave - how long do you leave it to drain on it's own?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

It depends on the water content of the tofu. Some needed more time but it usually takes 30 minutes to an hour.

@BlindFaithOfficial 4 года назад

DIY METHOD SEEMS LIKE THE BEST ONE

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

It varies depending on your time and equipment available really. Have you tried any of the techniques I have mentioned before?

@Mar-Mar__ 3 года назад

Very helpful!! :)

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thank you :)

@honeymiacorazon8368 4 года назад

I was waiting for the tofu press outcome ,it should be flattened and thin.

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Hello! It is slightly flatten, it's just to drain the tofu 😊 Did you try it before?

@volandoencasa 10 месяцев назад

First time preparing tofu, is extra firm organic but look soft and is braking in pieces. I’m not sure if I want to do this again 😮

@alldayieatlikeashark 10 месяцев назад

Don't worry; we've all been there with tofu mishaps in the beginning. It can be a bit tricky! 😅 But trust me, once you get the hang of it, you'll be making delicious tofu dishes like a pro. For extra-firm tofu, it might seem soft at first, but that's normal. Give it another try, and remember to press it properly to remove excess water. You'll see a big difference in texture and taste. Don't give up just yet; you've got this!

@byspanky 3 года назад

in my country our tofu is not soft is there there a way to make it soft?

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Hi! Where are you from? :) For firm tofu I believe simple draining isn't enough-you need to press the water out to make it a little softer.

@bigtomb1027 4 года назад

After I use one of these methods to get the water out can I freeze it for quick use in the future?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

That's great! Yes you can but just remember that tofu must be use asap since it have an expiration. I will suggest that drain the tofu if you will use it.

@thunderdrumandbass 4 года назад

b cam should be close on the food, thanks for the vid great production

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

thanks for the tip. i'll do better next time. hoping for more tips.

@sharonminglana3845 2 года назад

I hope you can have a closer shots…thanks☺️

@shirasezan 2 года назад

very helpful thanks

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

Glad this is helpful!

@namuuntengis1791 2 года назад

Thank you, Pat. 👍

@alldayieatlikeashark Год назад

Most welcome!

@jadef4073 3 года назад

How does boiling the tofu drain it? Would more water just soak in??

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

It amy sound counterintuitive but yes, I helps remove the water faster. After boiling, you will still need to drain it though

@Jimt0n 2 года назад

The cherry on top would be to know how much the blocks weighed before and after, to work out which got the most water out. But a useful video, thanks!

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

Great point! Thank you. :)

@hangoutwithme346 5 лет назад

How long do you have to let it sit if you cube it and passively drain it?

@MusiicRoolz 5 лет назад

i saw 30 mins

@AnyGiven2k3 2 года назад

Hi, where did you get that tofu press?

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

Hi! Kindly check the description for the tofu press link :)

@AnyGiven2k3 2 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark thank you! But I see it's unavailable 😭.

@thelifeofjools8384 5 лет назад

Why is it sold in so much water ? Can't they just vacuum pack the dry version ?

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 лет назад

i think it draws out the moisture and adds seasoning.

@ItAllWorks4Good Год назад

Thank you!!! ❤

@Justhatipp 4 года назад

Ok so i just made my first tofu ever! I cut it into large pieces(card deck thickness) wrapped in paper towels for 30 mins pressed under big cast iron pot...changed towels half way thru. I cut the pressed pieces into small cubes then coated in oil and taco seasoning(following online recipe)...sit for half hour. I fried the tofu on medium heat for like 5 mins on one side then flipped and maybe another 5+ mins! I wanted it to be like “chicken” esque tacos....but i felt like i got crispy taco flavored jello cubes.....what did i do wrong? Or is that just the texture of tofu? Any suggestions anyone

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Did you that the texture was too soft after frying it? Have you tried using the microwave method to drain more water on your tofu?

@Justhatipp 4 года назад

all day i eat like a shark yes after i fried it i thought it was like crispy on the outside but spongy jello inside! The next time I’m gonna freeze it’s first

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Maybe you should make firm tofu if you do not like the soft texture. Freezing will solidify the liquids in your tofu and will make it soggy once thawed.

@valkyrie1066 3 года назад

There is SO much difference in between pressed and non pressed tofu. I used to dice them into my salad right from the container, but the texture and flavor left much to be desired. Later tried stir fry tofu with Schezuan sauce. WOW! I'm going to try and use that as a substitute for meat in some of my favorite dishes, it's cheap, tasty, and low fat!

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Absolutely agree with you! Thanks for sharing and hope you enjoy trying this in your favorite dishes :)

@erin5850 5 лет назад

Thank you 🙏🏻

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

you are welcome @Erin :) what is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@GOODNESS-sp4hm 4 года назад

Great presentation 👍🙏

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Thanks. I hope the videos are helpful too! Have you tried cooking tofu at home?

@kaleisouza3208 4 года назад

How long does the "passive" way take? How long should we leave it out for?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

depends on the tofu really. Some tofu takes about an hour or so...

@KENTOSI 4 года назад

How does boiling tofu make it more compact? I don't get it...

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

hi Kentosi, because it removes the excess water from the tofu and this will make it more compact and easy to cook.

@KENTOSI 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark Got it. thank you!

@SS-sv6of 5 лет назад

Thank you! :)

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

you are welcome :)

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

what is your favorite way to drain your tofu?

@Paganbeliever 4 года назад

Not sure if you still watch the comments on this video good sir, but you mentioned a dish... Kiriako? Would you, or someone knowing of this, explain what it is?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

Hi there! :) I think you meant "Hiyayakko"? Its chilled tofu. www.alldayieat.com/blog/japanese-tofu-recipes-7-delicious-ways-to-enjoy-cold-tofu/

@Paganbeliever 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeasharkHello, and thank you very much for replying, and thank you for this interesting cooking channel. I've always found japanese cooking interesting

@anonymous-je2rv 4 года назад

I just bought japan pressed tofu. Do i still need to press it again? But it have water in it 🤔

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

yes, i recommend to press it. :) where did you buy it?

@anonymous-je2rv 4 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark i bought in supermarket in malaysia. I have no idea why it is called pressed tofu while i have to press in again 😅😅 anyway thanks. Great video

@chloekaftan 3 года назад

i mean all i do is cut it up and leave it in the fridge for a few hours before cooking, im a very lazy introvert (our kind is growing ever since this pandemic began owo) so preparing tofu in this way is a lot easier, i tried boiling the tofu before but in my experience it doesnt really work and seems to make it lose the little sweetness it had. i really would prefer not to clean anything unnecessary after meals so the idea of a tofu press turns me off, plus im not excited over the idea of leaving my tofu out in the open..

@alldayieatlikeashark 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your experience! :) How do you like to cook your tofu?

@Activekeetabikeeda 6 месяцев назад

Bro i make tofu and sell it but costumers demanded for less holes how can i remove them 😢 please help me

@alldayieatlikeashark 5 месяцев назад

Try pressing your tofu for a longer duration. This extra pressing time can make your tofu firmer, which tends to reduce the appearance of holes. Also consider using heavier weight when pressing the tofu, as this can further minimize the holes.

@Activekeetabikeeda 5 месяцев назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark sure i will try it and thanks man

@B_e_e_k_a_y 2 года назад

Thanks bruv. I'm gonna cook some tofu now

@alldayieatlikeashark 2 года назад

Welcome! Please let me know how it goes :)

@B_e_e_k_a_y 2 года назад

@@alldayieatlikeashark it didn't go well, but it still tasted good lol

@bjornmelching4281 4 года назад

On how much watt did you microwave?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

about 750 watts :)

@SensorDelay 4 года назад

Those all cool choices. But have you ever used a centrifuge on a tofu?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

I haven't. Have you?

@laurajankowski4624 4 года назад

Why couldn't you use a strain propped in the sink for the passive method?

@alldayieatlikeashark 4 года назад

You can...any other ways too! But I think this will take some time and the tofu will have strain marks on the bottom. This is the longest method and will take much time compared to when you use the other methods.