Fermented tofu
Tofu blocks fermented in brine, often with rice wine.
At a glance
- Chinese: 腐乳 (Cantonese fu6 jyu5; Mandarin fǔ rǔ). The red kind: 南乳 (naam4 jyu5; Mandarin nán rǔ).
What it is
Tofu blocks fermented in brine, often with rice wine. Soft, salty and creamy, sometimes called "Chinese cheese". The red kind is coloured with red yeast rice.
How we use it
Mash a small piece into the sauce for stir-fried greens or minced pork. Eat a little with plain congee.
Tips
It is salty. Start with a small amount and cut back the soy sauce.
Where to find it in Hong Kong
Chinese grocery shops and supermarkets, in jars.
Substitutes
White miso with a little salt, for the creamy salty taste. The taste will differ.
Dishes here that use it
Sources
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