Smoked Tofu (Xun Gan)
スモーク香が食欲をそそる！ベーコンのような風味の硬いお豆腐
Description
Tofu pressed to the absolute limit into 'Dou Fu Gan', then smoked with tea leaves or sugar. Features an intense roasted aroma similar to smoked cheese or bacon. Exquisite when used as a meat substitute in stir-fries.
Classification: Everyone, Ingredient, Soy Product, Tofu Gan, Smoked, Stir-fry, Cold Dish, Xun Gan
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How to use
Ingredients
- Soybeans
- Water
- Nigari
- Salt
- Spices
- Smoking material
Instructions
- [Typical Uses]
- [Xun Gan Rou Si]: Julienne and fry with pork, celery, and garlic.
- Slice raw and toss with sesame oil and scallion as a beer snack.
- Braise with pork belly.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
Intense smoked aroma and a dense、dehydrated bite like cheese
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Substitute with JP 'Smoked Cheese' or 'Atsuage' (texture differs)
Pairing
Celery Stir-fry / Cold Beer / Pork
Trivia
In Chinese homes, simply stir-frying leftover veggies with Xun Gan cloaks everything in a smoked aroma, making a splendid main dish.
Eating tips & etiquette
Because it has even less moisture than regular Dou Fu Gan, it preserves longer and has a stronger 'meat-like' feel.
Allergen
Soybeans