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Douhua, also known as tofu pudding, is a type of uncured, fresh tofu that is incredibly soft—even softer than silken tofu. It is known as bean curd brain and is prepared with a flavorful sauce in northern China. It is frequently referred to as douhua and served with ginger syrup in southern China. The meal is served with a variety of savory sauces (often soy sauce-based), fresh herbs and spices, pickles, and chile oil in Midwest China. It is consumed with brown sugar in Hong Kong.
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This smooth delicacy has 6 grams of protein per serving and is largely made from soy and a coagulant like nigari or gelatin. Additionally, it is gluten-free, making it the perfect snack for people who have celiac disease.
Tofu pudding is a great source of iron and calcium and has no cholesterol, which will please those who are extremely health-conscious. It also has isoflavones, which can help prevent osteoporosis, heart disease, and some types of cancer.
Tofu Pudding in 3 Ways
Tofu Pudding in 3 Ways
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-Compare Gypsum Power
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-GDL
-Gelatine
-Gelatine
Grandma's Tofu Pudding
The decades-old Grandma's Doufu Hua has no seating and only serves a straightforward bowl of smooth pudding with a spoonful of brown sugar on top, which can be consumed standing up. Traditional bowls have a more organic, down-to-earth vibe. Everyone smiles, and the shopkeeper is extremely cordial and courteous. Sugar is used on its own.
More recommended stores
Kung Wo Tofu Factory
Kung Wo Tofu Factory
Offering quality soy goods such tofu puffs, fried tofu slices, fresh tofu nuggets, and more, it is still one of the greatest local soy product stalls in Hong Kong after more than 60 years in business.
The Soy House
The Soy House
It is a neighborhood eatery in Causeway Bay that specializes in various tofu-centric dishes. For the fried tofu stuffing and frozen tofu pudding, many people come here specifically.
Zan Wo Bean Products
Zan Wo Bean Products
It's a customizable tofu whether you prefer bean curd with syrup only, or super luxurious tofu with red beans, black sesame, or osmanthus. Even better, everything is priced at a very affordable HK$6.
Interesting History
Tofu blossom is thought to have originated from Liu An, the Huainan monarch during the Han Dynasty, according to the most widely held theory.
The elixir of immortality is what Liu An desires. Soybean milk is used in alchemy to grow dan seedlings. Gypsum and soy milk accidentally combine to create tofu.
Whether the aforementioned is accurate or not, it is unquestionably true that "According to "Compendium of Materia Medica," Liu An, the ruler of Huainan in the Han Dynasty, invented the tofu technique.
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