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Tofu Pudding

A silky, delicate tofu pudding served with a sweet syrup. This comforting dessert is easy to make at home with just a few ingredients.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
250
Protein
8g
Tofu Pudding
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups water, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1 inch sliced ginger. Bring to a boil over medium-high, stirring until sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Reduce heat to low and simmer the syrup for 10 minutes to infuse ginger flavor. Remove from heat and discard ginger slices.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp tapioca starch with 2 tbsp cold water to make a slurry. Whisk into the warm syrup until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.

  4. Step 4

    Gently spoon 1 block of silken tofu into serving bowls, breaking it into large, soft chunks with a spoon.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the warm syrup over the tofu, letting it pool around the pieces. Serve immediately, warm or chilled.

  6. Step 6

    Optional: top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few red beans if you have them.

Tools you’ll need

  • small saucepan
  • small bowl
  • spoon
  • serving bowls

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