Fermented Tofu (Furu)

Other★ Easy48min

Prep 18m ·
Cook 30m ·
2 Servings

Course

Protein

Method

Flavor

Occasion

IngredientsWhat you'll need for Fermented Tofu (Furu)

Ingredient Amount Notes
tofu
chili powder
baijiu (white liquor)
chili flakes
thirteen-spice powder
salt

Fermented Tofu (Furu)

Ingredients

  • tofu
  • chili powder
  • baijiu (white liquor)
  • chili flakes
  • thirteen-spice powder
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Cut tofu into small cubes and let them ferment until white mold forms on the surface.
  2. Prepare the seasoning mixture with chili powder, chili flakes, thirteen-spice, and salt.
  3. Dip each fermented tofu cube in baijiu first, then coat with the seasoning mixture.
  4. Place the coated tofu cubes into a clean jar.
  5. Seal and let it continue to mature for several days.
  6. The fermented tofu is ready to enjoy!
  7. Store in the refrigerator for longer keeping.

Cooking StepsHow to cook Fermented Tofu (Furu) step by step

  1. Step 1 Detail

    Cut tofu into small cubes and let them ferment until white mold forms on the surface.

  2. Step 2 Detail

    Prepare the seasoning mixture with chili powder, chili flakes, thirteen-spice, and salt.

  3. Step 3 Detail

    Dip each fermented tofu cube in baijiu first, then coat with the seasoning mixture.

  4. Step 4 Detail

    Place the coated tofu cubes into a clean jar.

  5. Step 5 Detail

    Seal and let it continue to mature for several days.

  6. Step 6 Detail

    The fermented tofu is ready to enjoy!

  7. Step 7 Detail

    Store in the refrigerator for longer keeping.

Common Questions

How can I make this spicier?

Add chili oil or chili crisp to taste, or include dried red chilies during cooking. A dash of Sichuan peppercorn adds a different kind of heat.

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