Want better texture and flavor from your tofu? Give it a quick boil in salted water. This simple step firms it up and gets it ready to soak up flavor.
Ingredients
- Tofu
- Water
- Salt
Directions
- Cut a package of tofu into cubes.
- Place in a small saucepan and add enough water to cover.
- Add a generous teaspoon of salt.
- Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Drain, and your tofu is ready for any recipe—pan-fried, stir-fried, or baked.
Tips
Boiling tofu in salted water before cooking changes its texture, draws out excess moisture, and helps it take on the flavors of marinades and sauces. A little prep, a better bite.
