Follow these steps for perfect results
soybeans
soaked
yogurt
lemon juice
freshly squeezed
water
as needed
Soak soybeans in water for 12-15 hours (840 minutes).
Grind soaked soybeans into a fine paste.
Add water to the paste and extract the milk by passing it through a fine muslin cloth.
Heat the soybean milk in a pot, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Bring the milk to a boil.
Add yogurt and lemon juice to the boiling milk.
Stir until the milk completely curdles.
Let the curdled milk settle.
Pour the curdled mixture into a muslin cloth to separate the tofu from the liquid.
The remaining mass is tofu.
Use the homemade tofu like paneer in various dishes.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Yes, can be made ahead of time.
Serve in a block or cubed.
Serve in stir-fries
Use as a protein source in salads
Add to soups and stews
The acidity cuts through the richness.
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