N Nutritious Ways to Eat Fermented Tofu

Introduction: Fermented bean curd is highly nutritious. It is made from tofu through a fermentation process that makes the soy protein in tofu easier for the human body to digest and absorb. In addition, fermented bean curd contains significantly more B vitamins than tofu. Japanese research suggests that eating fermented bean products like fermented bean curd can help maintain smooth and moisturized skin. Because of its rich nutritional value and diverse flavors, foreigners call it "Chinese cheese."

There are many varieties of fermented bean curd. Classified by color, they can be divided into three types: qingfang (blue/gray), hongfang (red), and baifang (white). Among them, stinky tofu belongs to qingfang; "Dakuan" (Big Block), "Hongla" (Spicy Red), and "Meigui" (Rose) belong to hongfang; "Tianla" (Sweet and Spicy), "Guihua" (Osmanthus), and "Wuxiang" (Five Spice) belong to baifang.

Osmanthus Fermented Bean Curd with Quail Eggs

Although it is delicious and nutritious, the ways people eat fermented bean curd are often very monotonous—usually served with congee or spread on steamed buns. In fact, there are several other ways to enjoy fermented bean curd:

Cooking: The aroma of fermented bean curd, when combined with other foods, can create a more uniquely delicious flavor. For example, when making dishes like white-cut chicken, braised pork, or dog meat, you can mix fermented bean curd with other sauces and seasonings, then add it to the dish.

Marinating: Before grilling fish, mash the fermented bean curd and spread it on the fish. Marinate for ten to twenty minutes. Once the flavor has seeped into the fish meat, grill it. The taste will be exceptionally delicious.

Hot Pot Condiment: Fermented bean curd, sesame paste, and cilantro are the three treasures for hot pot. The sauce they create combines a savory aroma with a fresh fragrance, complementing the deliciousness of all ingredients.

Braised Pork Trotters with Fermented Bean Curd and Rock Sugar

Cold Salad Dressing: Prepare a dipping sauce made from fermented bean curd and chili powder. It will give your cold salads a perfect combination of crisp, fresh, savory, and spicy flavors.

Making a "Chinese-style Burger": Spread a small piece of fermented bean curd on a bun, and add other ingredients in the middle. It's delicious and nutritious.

Braised Pork with Fermented Bean Curd