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Soft silken tofu
Calories & nutrition facts
shelf stable
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 55 kcal —
- Protein 4.8 g 10%
- Carbohydrate 2.8 g 1%
- Fat 2.7 g 3%
- Saturated fat 0.4 g 2%
- Fibre 0.1 g 0%
- Sugars 1.3 g —
- Sodium 5 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.01 mg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.1 mg 8%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.04 mg 3%
- Niacin (B3) 0.3 mg 2%
- Vitamin B6 0.01 mg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 26 mg 2%
- Iron 0.82 mg 5%
- Magnesium 29 mg 7%
- Phosphorus 62 mg 5%
- Potassium 180 mg 4%
- Zinc 0.52 mg 5%
- Copper 0.21 mg 23%
Similar foods
- Firm silken tofushelf stable62 kcal / 100 g
- Extra firm silken tofushelf stable55 kcal / 100 g
- Silken tofuvitasoy usa azumaya43 kcal / 100 g
- Light firm silken tofu37 kcal / 100 g
- Mori-Nu silken soft tofu55 kcal / 100 g
- Silky tofuprepacked54 kcal / 100 g
- Lite silken tofuvitasoy usa nasoya43 kcal / 100 g
- Soft tofuvitasoy usa organic nasoya70 kcal / 100 g
- Mori-Nu silken firm tofu62 kcal / 100 g
- Light extra firm silken tofu38 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Soft silken tofu
What can you make with soft silken tofu?
Blend it into smoothies, chocolate mousse or creamy salad dressings; it also works in miso soup and mapo tofu. Its delicate texture suits dishes where you want tofu to soften into the sauce rather than keep a firm shape.
How do you cook soft silken tofu without it falling apart?
Don’t press or stir it vigorously. Cut it while it is still cold, then slide the pieces into a gently simmering soup or sauce for the last few minutes, warming them through without a hard boil.
Do you need to drain or press soft silken tofu?
No: pressing tends to break it, and it is already soft and moist. Tip away the packing liquid and pat the surface gently if you need it drier for blending or serving.
How should you store soft silken tofu after opening?
Keep it covered in the fridge and use it within three days. If you store it submerged in water in a sealed container, change the water daily; discard it if it smells sour or looks unusual.
Can you freeze soft silken tofu?
You can, but freezing makes its smooth texture porous and crumbly as ice crystals form. Thawed tofu is better crumbled into a cooked dish than used in a silky dessert or dressing.
What can you use instead of soft silken tofu?
For a smooth blend, use ordinary silken tofu; it is usually a little firmer, so blend it with a spoonful of water if needed. For soups where you want pieces to hold their shape, firm silken tofu is a better swap.
Can you eat soft silken tofu straight from the pack?
Yes, packaged tofu is ready to eat, so you can serve it cold with soy sauce, spring onions and sesame oil or blend it into a dip. It contains soy, a common allergen.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 4910 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
