Japanese Tofu Delights (A Cooking Course)

Free Download Japanese Tofu Delights (A Cooking Course)
Published 1/2024
Created by Eriko Kawakami
MP4 | Video: h264, 1280×720 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz, 2 Ch
Genre: eLearning | Language: English | Duration: 29 Lectures ( 38m ) | Size: 479 MB

Instead of just frying tofu or eating it as is, use these five tofu dishes as inspiration to broaden your repertoire.
What you’ll learn:
You will likely become interested in incorporating tofu into your diet for its health benefits.
You will discover that Japanese tofu dishes are not only traditional but also include many fusion dishes that combine Western and Japanese culinary styles.
You will learn that Japan has a history of limiting meat consumption for 1200 years due to the Buddhism, which has led to the development of tofu dishes.
You will learn about the different types of tofu, their production processes, and their culinary uses.
You will understand the advantages of draining water from tofu for cooking, and learn how to do it easily.
Through the cooking lessons, you will experience the real benefits of draining tofu.
You will discover the delightful taste of tofu in each dish, characterized by its light and delicious texture that is sure to be satisfying.
You will have the opportunity to expand your range of tofu recipes for everyday cooking.
You will find out how uniquely Japanese seasonings complement tofu perfectly.
Requirements:
Those who are interested in tofu products.
Those who have access to basic cooking equipment (Only needed when you start cooking).
Description:
I have made this course as concise as possible. Please try to grasp the key points of information quickly.In the cooking lesson sections (SECTION 5 to 9), I have explained the processes step-by-step, using both graphics and videos.SECTION 1: Introduction. Here, I will introduce my background as a Tofu Meister and an International Chinese Medical Dietitian. I will discuss why I focus on Tofu and the three benefits of learning Japanese Tofu Dishes.SECTION 2: Draining Tofu. While tofu can be cooked immediately after unpacking, draining it can expand your recipe options. I will explain the advantages of draining tofu and how to do it effectively.SECTION 3: Types of Tofu. The primary focus will be on explaining the differences between Silken Tofu and Firm Tofu, particularly in terms of their production processes. This information will help you choose the right type of tofu for your cooking needs. I will also discuss other varieties, including Usuage.SECTION 4: Unique Seasonings. In this course, I will use distinctive Japanese seasonings to enhance the flavor of tofu. The characteristics of these seasonings will be explained.SECTION 5: Tofu Olive Skewers (Pinchos). To demonstrate the effect of draining tofu, we’ll make Tofu Olive Skewers. The tofu will resemble cheese after being thoroughly drained.SECTION 6: Tofu Hamburger Steak. A light, healthy hamburger steak can be created by thoroughly draining and mashing tofu with meat. This is an essential recipe to try.SECTION 7: Agedashi – Fried Tofu. This is a traditional dish offering an authentic Japanese flavor. You’ll again learn the significance of draining tofu properly.SECTION 8: Cabbage Usuage Miso Soup. Usuage is a thinly fried tofu available commercially. Enjoy the flavors of miso (a fermented soybean seasoning), dashi (made with Dashi soup stock powder), cabbage, and usuage.SECTION 9: Tofu Pancake. Combine store-bought pancake mix with tofu to create pancakes with a unique flavor. The cooking process differs slightly from regular pancakes. Due to tofu’s characteristics, the pancakes remain moist even when cooled, resulting in a soft and tasty dish.
Who this course is for:
Both cooking beginners and those who cook frequently.
Those who often eat tofu but don’t have many variations of the recipe.
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