Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
250 g

soybeans

soaked

1 cup

yogurt

1 unit

lemon juice

freshly squeezed

1 unit

water

as needed

Step 1
~82 min

Soak soybeans in water for 12-15 hours (840 minutes).

Step 2
~82 min

Grind soaked soybeans into a fine paste.

Step 3
~82 min

Add water to the paste and extract the milk by passing it through a fine muslin cloth.

Step 4
~82 min

Heat the soybean milk in a pot, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5
~82 min

Bring the milk to a boil.

Step 6
~82 min

Add yogurt and lemon juice to the boiling milk.

Step 7
~82 min

Stir until the milk completely curdles.

Step 8
~82 min

Let the curdled milk settle.

Step 9
~82 min

Pour the curdled mixture into a muslin cloth to separate the tofu from the liquid.

Step 10
~82 min

The remaining mass is tofu.

Step 11
~82 min

Use the homemade tofu like paneer in various dishes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to control the sourness.

Use different types of yogurt for varying textures.

Press the tofu for a firmer texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve in stir-fries

Use as a protein source in salads

Add to soups and stews

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vegetable stir-fry
Asian noodle dishes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

A staple food in many Asian cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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