Drain tofu by pressing it between two plates or using a tofu press for about 20 minutes. This will extract the liquid and help the tofu to hold together in dishes.
How To Drain Tofu
Drain tofu by wrapping it in a paper towel and placing it on a cutting board. Put another paper towel on top of the tofu, and then place another cutting board on top of the tofu. Weigh down the top cutting board with something heavy, such as a can of tomatoes or a cast iron skillet. Let the tofu drain for 10 minutes.
-Tofu -Sieve or colander -Knife -Cutting board -Paper towel -Container for the tofu water
- Cut tofu block into 1″ cubes
- Drain tofu cubes and place in a colander
- Gently press on the tofu cubes to remove excess water season tofu
- Soak tofu cubes in hot water for 10 minutes
– Drain tofu by cutting off the top of the container and allowing the liquid to drain out. – Place a plate or bowl on top of the tofu and place something heavy on top, such as a can of food or a book, to help squeeze out more liquid. – Let the tofu sit for at least 15 minutes to allow all the liquid to drain out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Happens If You Don’T Drain Tofu?
If you do not drain tofu, the water will not be able to escape and the tofu will become extremely soggy.
How Do You Quickly Drain Tofu?
To drain tofu, you can either press it between two plates for about 30 minutes or you can cube it and put it in a colander with a heavy object on top for about 10 minutes.
How Long Does It Take To Drain Tofu?
It depends on the size and thickness of the tofu, but typically it takes about 30 minutes to drain tofu.
Summing-Up
To drain tofu, press it between two plates or in a tofu press for about 30 minutes. This will remove most of the water. If you want to further reduce the moisture content, you can then cut the tofu into cubes or slices and dehydrate it in your oven or microwave.