Do I need to wrap frozen tofu in plastic wrap? What are the techniques for making frozen tofu?

We all know that the method of making frozen tofu is relatively simple. Generally, it is made by directly freezing tofu in the refrigerator. Many people make frozen tofu at home. There are certain skills in making frozen tofu, and there will be many small details. So do you need to wrap frozen tofu with plastic wrap? Let's take a closer look!

Why do we need to cover tofu with plastic wrap when freezing it?

The function of plastic wrap is equivalent to "vacuum packaging" for tofu. Most of the packaged foods we eat are vacuum-packed, which isolates air and microorganisms and keeps the food fresh.

Although the refrigerator is a cold storage room, it still has microorganisms and air. It's just that the air is thinner and the microorganisms grow slowly (some are even dormant). However, as long as there are fresh ingredients, such as tofu, microorganisms will "implant" on the tofu. The microorganisms decompose the tofu and absorb nutrients, which results in faster deterioration of the tofu and shortened shelf life. Therefore, it is better to cover the frozen tofu with plastic wrap.

What are the techniques for making frozen tofu?

1. When making frozen tofu, it is recommended that you choose old tofu. The tofu made from it will not easily deform or break, and it will be more flavorful.

2. Tofu must be cut into small pieces before freezing. This will make the frozen tofu look better and easier to eat.

3. If you want to extend the shelf life of frozen tofu, it is recommended to boil it in salt water before freezing, which not only disinfects but also sterilizes it. It is best to seal it with plastic wrap before putting it into the refrigerator to ensure double quality before and after freezing.

4. If you want to eat frozen tofu, it is recommended to squeeze the tofu to squeeze out the "bitter water" inside the tofu. This layer of bitter water is the "brine" used to make tofu and the "salt" absorbed after being boiled in salt water. If the salt content is too high, the tofu will easily become bitter.

Why is frozen tofu so popular?

The frozen tofu is so delicious to chew. There is soup in the frozen tofu. When you take a bite, it is absolutely juicy and the soup is tasty, which makes people linger. Especially when you are stewing sauerkraut, put a plate of frozen tofu, and it will be gone in a short time.

Frozen tofu is usually eaten in winter, because you cut the tofu you buy into pieces and put it on the windowsill (the windowsill in the northeast may be minus 30 degrees, I kid you not) or in the refrigerator. After a few days, you can see that the tofu has changed. After a few more days, it has completely become frozen tofu, with holes inside and expanded. Because frozen tofu is easy to make and easy to preserve, and most importantly, it is delicious, so everyone likes to eat it.

Generally, frozen tofu is added when making soup, and it is rare to see frozen tofu fried, so when making hot pot, it is the best to have a plate of frozen tofu. If you like to make frozen tofu yourself, it is recommended that you do not leave it for too long, as it will affect the taste.