How to Reheat tofu (step by step guide)
Pin RecipeLeftover tofu from last night's stir-fry? No problem! Here's a guide on how to reheat tofu, so it's just as delicious the second time around.
Ingredients:
- leftover tofu
Instructions:
How to reheat soft block tofu:
- Fill a pot with water and bring it to a simmer on the stove.
- Place the soft tofu block in a heat-safe bowl or container.
- Carefully lower the bowl into the pot of simmering water.
- Let the tofu heat up for 3-5 minutes or until warmed through.
- Remove the bowl from the pot and enjoy your reheated tofu!
How to reheat medium block tofu:
- Heat a pan on the stove over medium heat.
- Add oil to the pan and let it heat up.
- Add the tofu to the pan and let it cook for 2 to 3 minutes, flip it over and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
- Remove the tofu from the pan and enjoy!
How to reheat firm block tofu:
- Heat a pan on the stove over medium heat.
- Add oil to the pan and let it heat up.
- Add the tofu to the pan and let it cook for 2 to 3 minutes, flip it over and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
- Remove the tofu from the pan and enjoy!
How to reheat soft silken tofu:
- Pour boiling water over the tofu and let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
- Remove the tofu from the water and add it to your dish.
How to reheat firm silken tofu:
- Boil some water in a pot.
- Put the tofu in a heat-proof bowl and pour the boiling water over it.
- Leave it for a few minutes to heat through.
If you cooked your tofu in a sauce:
- Heat some oil over medium heat in a medium-sized pan.
- Cut the tofu into cubes or slices according to its original cooking method. (this is optional)
- Add the tofu to the pan and heat it over medium-low heat until it becomes crispy.
- Put the leftover sauce on top and serve. (Note: You can microwave the leftover sauce for 20-second intervals.)
If you cooked your tofu without a sauce:
- Cut the tofu into cubes or slices, depending on how you cooked it.
- Mix the marinade ingredients of your choice in a bowl. We like to use a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Add the tofu to the bowl and let it sit for at least 15 minutes, or up to a few hours if you have the time.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and add oil.
- Add the tofu to the pan and cook for a few minutes until crisp and heated.
- Add the leftover marinade on top and cook for a minute or until heated up.
Notes:
Tips for extending the shelf life of tofu:
- Store unopened packages of tofu in the fridge.
- Once opened, store tofu in a resealable container filled with water.
- Change the water daily to keep the tofu fresh.
- You can store cooked tofu in the fridge for up to four days.
- Reheat cooked tofu to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Freeze tofu to extend its shelf life up to six months. Frozen tofu can be thawed and used in any recipe for cooked tofu.
Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.
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