1. Matcha Tofu Pudding
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Processing
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Matcha Tofu Pudding For 3 people
Soft tofu 300 gr Soy milk 300 ml Whipping cream 100 gr Gelatin powder 20 gr Matcha powder 8 gr Powdered sugar 50 gr
What is matcha powder? Distinguishing between matcha powder and green tea powder
- Matcha powder is a fine powder made from 100% young buds of the green tea plant and is produced through a special process. Matcha powder has high nutritional value and is much more expensive than green tea powder.
- Matcha powder is finer, softer, and lighter compared to green tea powder, which is slightly coarser and appears heavier.
- Matcha powder dissolves evenly on the tongue, initially having a bitter taste but followed by a sweet, fragrant, and refreshing flavor. Green tea powder dissolves but remains gritty, with a bitter taste and no sweet aftertaste when consumed.
- Matcha powder has a fresh, mild aroma, even slightly fishy like seaweed. Green tea powder is not as fragrant as matcha and has 7 times less nutritional content compared to matcha powder.
How to choose soy milk for pudding
- To make a delicious tofu pudding, you should choose unsweetened soy milk that has a high percentage of soybeans in the ingredients and few additives.
- Unsweetened soy milk can be purchased at tofu stalls in the market or canned soy milk sold in grocery stores and supermarkets.
- Additionally, you can also make soy milk at home following the guide from TasteVN.
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How to make Matcha Tofu Pudding
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Sieve the tofu
You use a sieve, add all 300g of soft tofu into the sieve. Then, use a flat whisk to gently mash the tofu until it is finely sieved and softer.
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Make the tofu milk cream mixture
Place a pot on the stove, add 300ml of soy milk, 100gr of whipping cream, and 50gr of powdered sugar, then bring to a boil over medium heat. When the mixture starts to simmer, reduce the heat and add the soaked gelatin powder.
Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved and turn off the heat. Then, slowly pour the mixture into the mashed tofu bowl and continue to stir well.
Strain this tofu milk cream mixture through a sieve twice to ensure a soft, smooth texture without lumps.
Next, divide the strained mixture into two bowls to make two flavors of tofu pudding.
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Making matcha milk cream mixture
After the tofu milk cream mixture is divided into 2 bowls, add 8g of matcha powder into 1 bowl and stir well to dissolve.
Next, you sift the matcha milk cream mixture twice to ensure there are no lumps.
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Pouring into molds and finishing
You prepare 2 cups or small molds to pour the tofu pudding into!
Gradually pour the tofu milk cream mixture from the first bowl into the mold first and wait about 5 minutes until the first layer has slightly set on the surface, then continue pouring the remaining matcha milk cream into the mold and it’s done.
After that, place it in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours before enjoying.
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Finished Product
The matcha tofu pudding after completion looks very smooth with 2 layers of two different beautiful colors.
When you eat it, you will feel the rich, creamy taste that melts in your mouth, combined with the fragrant aroma and the slight bitterness of matcha, which is incredibly appealing.
You can also decorate the surface with a little red bean paste to enhance the flavor of the dish. This is a dessert that is very suitable to enjoy in the summer!
2. Cocoa Tofu Pudding
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Processing
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Cocoa Tofu Pudding For 5 – 6 people
Soft tofu 220 gr Cocoa powder 50 gr Low-calorie powdered sugar 30 gr (or regular powdered sugar) Vanilla extract 2 teaspoons
What is cocoa powder? Distinguishing between cocoa powder and chocolate powder
- Cocoa powder is a type of powder made from the residue of chocolate liquor after the liquid has been pressed out. Chocolate powder, on the other hand, is a mixture of cocoa powder and cocoa butter, blended with sugar and milk in varying ratios depending on its intended use.
- Natural cocoa powder is light brown, has acidic properties, and a very strong chocolate aroma. Chocolate powder comes in three types: dark, white, and brown, with colors similar to their names.
- For cocoa powder, it has a characteristic bitter taste, occasionally with a slight sourness, and a deep brown color. Chocolate powder varies in flavor and color depending on the ratio of sugar and milk.
Where to buy diet powdered sugar?
- You can buy diet powdered sugar at supermarkets, stores selling ingredients for dieters, gym-goers, or on reputable e-commerce sites.
- Instead of using diet powdered sugar, you can also use powdered sweeteners. Additionally, you can use regular powdered sugar as well!
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How to make Cocoa Tofu Pudding
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Blend the tofu
When you buy tofu, cut it into small pieces and put it in a bowl for easier blending. Then, add all 220g of soft tofu into the blender and blend until smooth.
Tip: If you don’t have a blender, you can mash the tofu through a sieve to make it soft and smooth too!
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Make the cocoa tofu pudding
After blending the tofu, continue to add 50g of cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons of essence, and 30g of powdered sweetener (or regular powdered sugar) into the blender and blend the mixture completely until smooth.
Prepare 6 small cups or molds, pour the blended cocoa tofu mixture into them, and place them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. When the pudding cups are cold and firm, they are ready to be enjoyed.
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Final Product
After completing the above steps, you will have a rich and delicious cocoa tofu pudding. The combination of the bitterness from cocoa with the smooth tofu will give you a truly interesting taste experience!
How to choose tofu for making pudding
- You should choose soft white tofu that is not too soft like silken tofu or too firm like the type of tofu cake usually sold in markets.
- This type of soft tofu is usually sold in cans, and you can find it at TasteVN stores or order it online at bachhoaxanh.com!
With the 2 how to make tofu pudding – tofu pudding above, you will definitely be able to create a delicious dessert from tofu with 2 incredibly appealing and rich flavors of matcha and cacao. TasteVN hopes you can successfully execute both recipes! Enjoy your meal!
