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Tofu Too Soft

Your tofu is soft and watery because it was not pressed or cooked hot enough. Press and re-sear to firm it up.

Part of proteins cooking fixes and soggy food fixes .

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Ingredients on hand

  • tofu
  • paper towels
  • skillet
  • oil
  • soy sauce

Why it happened

Tofu holds a lot of water. Pressing removes moisture and high heat browns the surface, giving a firmer texture.

The fix

  1. 1 press tofu between towels for 10 minutes
  2. 2 sear in a hot oiled skillet for 2 minutes per side
  3. 3 finish with soy sauce for flavor

If it's still wrong

  • crumble into a tofu scramble
  • blend into a creamy sauce

Prevent next time

  • press before cooking and use extra-firm tofu
  • cook in a hot pan without crowding

Notes

Why this works

Removing water lets the tofu brown instead of steam. A hot sear creates a firmer outer layer and better texture.

Substitutions

  • soy sauce tamari
  • oil sesame oil

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