Cold Dishes
Tofu Brain
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15 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
Learn how to make silky-smooth tofu brain at home with this easy, traditional recipe! Perfectly creamy and rich, this delicacy starts with soaking soybeans overnight, then blending them into fresh soy milk using a soy milk machine. The magic happens when you combine gypsum powder and cornstarch to create the perfect coagulant, ensuring a tender, custard-like texture. The key is pouring hot soy milk (around 85°C) into the mixture, allowing it to set into velvety tofu brain. This simple yet authentic method delivers a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth experience, packed with the natural goodness of soybeans. Enjoy it sweet or savory—either way, it’s a comforting, protein-rich treat that’s both nutritious and delicious. Try this foolproof recipe for homemade tofu brain that rivals your favorite restaurant’s version!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- soybeans 200g
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- water 1000ml
- gypsum powder 1 tablespoon
- cornstarch 2 tablespoons
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Soak the soybeans overnight and drain them.
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Step 2
Put the soybeans into a soy milk machine, add 1000ml of water, and start the machine.
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Step 3
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Step 4
While the soy milk machine is working, mix 1 tablespoon of gypsum powder and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of cold water.
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Step 5
Pour the mixture into a large, deep bowl.
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Step 6
After the soy milk machine has finished, filter out the soybean dregs and keep the soy milk.
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Step 7
When the temperature of the soy milk has dropped to around 85°C (185°F), lift the container with the soy milk and pour it into the bowl with the gypsum powder mixture.
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Step 8
After all the soy milk has been poured into the bowl, let it sit for 15-20 minutes to complete the tofu brain.
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