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Douhua

A silky-smooth tofu pudding that melts in your mouth with subtle sweetness and creamy texture.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups of soy milk
  • 1/4 cup of water
  • 1/2 teaspoon of agar-agar powder
  • 1/4 cup of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup of syrup optional, for serving
  • Fresh fruits optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tofu mold or small dish

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients to make the process smooth.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the water and agar-agar powder. Heat gently while stirring until it dissolves completely.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy milk and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
  4. Once the agar-agar is dissolved, pour it into the soy milk mixture and stir well.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of the soy milk mixture to create a slurry.
  6. Add the cornstarch slurry back to the saucepan and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
  7. Once thickened, pour the mixture into a tofu mold or small dish and let it cool to room temperature.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  9. Serve chilled with syrup and fresh fruits on top.

Notes

Perfect for any occasion and customizable with various toppings.