You'll have a more flavorful dish if you drain the tofu before cooking.
Time Required: 15 minutes
Here's How:
- Cover a cutting board with paper towels or towels.
- Cut the tofu into the size and number of pieces called for in the recipe.
- Place the tofu on the cutting board.
- Place a heavy weight, such as a book or bowl, on the tofu.
- Drain the tofu for 15 minutes.
- Change the paper towelling or towels as required.
Tips:
- If possible, you might want to tilt the cutting board to allow the water to drain into the sink.
- For better results when cooking tofu, be sure not to overcook.
What You Need:
- 1 block tofu
- Cutting Board
- Towels (Paper or Other)
- Heavy Weight
- Knife to Cut Tofu
