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Nutritional Values
390kcal
24gProtein
12gCarbs
30gFat
3gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🫘 Soy
Stinky Tofu
How to order / say it
Say it
臭豆腐 — [chou-dou-fu]
Order
I'd like some stinky tofu, please.
Locally
我要一份臭豆腐，謝謝。
Say locally
Fermented tofu that's deep-fried served with chili sauce.
Why try it?
This is a daring dish that embodies the bold flavors of Taiwanese street food, offering a challenge to even the most adventurous eaters.
How it tastes
Stinky tofu has a powerful aroma and unique taste profile with a crispy exterior and creamy inside, paired with a spicy fermented vegetables sauce.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Introduced in the early 20th century, stinky tofu's fermentation process was inspired by Chinese methods, gaining popularity due to its unique taste and aroma.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 400 g fermented tofu
- 🫒 50 ml vegetable oil
- 🥣 30 g chili paste
- 🥕 100 g pickled cabbage
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🥣 20 ml soy sauce
Method
- 1 Heat oil in a pan until hot.
- 2 Deep-fry fermented tofu until golden brown.
- 3 Prepare sauce by mixing chili paste, soy sauce, and garlic.
- 4 Serve tofu with sauce and pickled cabbage.
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