Introduction
The water still present in the tofu expands as it freezes, creating holes. And frozen tofu takes on that deep yellowish-brown color. When you’re ready to cook it, thaw it first.
What do you do with frozen tofu?
There’s no right way to thaw it: transfer the tofu to the fridge overnight or run the pieces under running water. Frozen tofu is great for braising, marinating or simply adding to soups.
Is tofu still good once frozen?
Tofu will last 4-6 months in the freezer. Any more than that and it will probably still be safe to eat, but the taste and texture will probably have deteriorated.
Is frozen tofu better?
As a Slate article explains, frozen tofu is “much chewier, firmer, and chewier than it’s ever been.”
Should you press frozen tofu?
Once the block of frozen tofu has thawed, place it between the backs of two flat plates. Simply press the plates to release excess liquid. Do this several times until the block is dry enough for your liking. It only takes a few minutes.
Can you put frozen tofu in a soup?
How to use frozen tofu. You can braise frozen tofu like in our Braised Wheat Gluten (红烧烤麸), but people use it more often in soups and hot dishes. Just be careful, as frozen tofu can absorb a lot of hot liquid!
How to defrost tofu quickly?
If you need to thaw your frozen tofu as soon as possible, you can remove it from the microwave. This method will take about 8-12 minutes. Check it to see if it has fully thawed in the middle.
How to restore frozen tofu?
To thaw tofu, move the container from the freezer to the refrigerator for at least one, but preferably two days. After that, you can use tofu in any recipe you like.
Can I eat raw tofu?
Although tofu comes in a variety of textures (silky, firm, and extra-firm), all of them can technically be eaten raw. Before enjoying raw tofu, drain the excess liquid from the packaging. It’s also important to store tofu well to prevent germs from growing in unused portions.
Can I eat tofu that expired a month ago?
Unopened tofu is still safe to eat around
Conclusion
An extremely versatile protein, frozen tofu can be braised, fried, sautéed or put into a soup.
