Taho
Soft silken tofu with chewy sago pearls and brown sugar syrup.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 379kcal
Cost $3-$4
Equipment
- Small pot
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) package silken tofu
- 1½ cups dark brown sugar
- ½ cup sago or tapioca pearls
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring until dissolved. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat to keep it bubbling gently. Cook for 12–15 minutes, until slightly thickened. Turn off the heat and add vanilla.
- Bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add the pearls and stir right away. Cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or follow the package directions, until translucent and tender.
- Drain and rinse the pearls under cold water. Mix with 2 tablespoons of syrup.
- Drain the tofu and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for about 1 minute, or until warm. You can also use a steamer.
- Scoop thin slices of tofu into cups. Add the pearls and syrup to taste.
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Notes
- Tofu: Use soft silken tofu for a smooth, custard-like texture.
- Sago or tapioca pearls: Small pearls cook faster. Follow the package cooking time.
- Brown sugar: Dark brown sugar makes a darker syrup with a stronger molasses taste. Light brown sugar also works.
- Vanilla: You can use pandan leaves instead. Add them while the syrup cooks, then remove afterward.
Nutrition
Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 96g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 80g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg