Make Tofu Curd
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Curd is a term used in two different cooking processes; one is for cheese and the other is for making tofu. Tofu curds are made from whole soybeans and a coagulant. Neither process is difficult.
Make Tofu Curd
Soak 3 cups soybeans in 6 to 8 cups of water overnight in a large stockpot.
Place 1/3 of the soybeans in a blender and add 1 quart of water. Pulverize the beans by running the blender on high for approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Repeat with the remaining beans.
Place the colander over a stockpot and line it with cheesecloth. Pour the pulverized beans into the colander. Use the back of a spoon to gently press the beans to release the liquid into the pot below.
Bring the soybean milk to a boil and then turn the heat down and simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and let cool.
Mix the gypsum with 3 or 4 tbsp. of warm water to dissolve.
Insert a candy thermometer into the milk and add the coagulant. Stir constantly until curd begins to form. Allow the curd to sit undisturbed for 10 minutes longer.
Line tofu molds with cheesecloth. If you do not have molds, you can buy it online from WUZHOU KINGDA(stainless perforated tofu molds), or you can use empty milk containers with holes punched into the bottom and sides will work fine.
Pour the soymilk curds into the molds. Cover with additional cheesecloth. Place a small bowl or large glass filled with water on top of the curds to press out extra moisture.
