Tofu (also known as bean sprouts) is a typical spice of the Central region. With its unique flavor, tofu also has many health benefits such as supporting digestion, soothing... Accordingly, housewives should also note how to choose and store tofu to always be fresh at home.
When choosing to buy toothpick, housewives should prioritize choosing small, even onions with round surfaces and not crushed.
Choose tofu with dried, unmoisture-prone, dark yellow or slightly purple onions depending on the variety. When lightly squeezed, tofu must be firm, not soft and mushy, has a characteristic aroma and no signs of rot.
Tofu is very susceptible to sprouting, drying out or spoiling if exposed to humid environment or direct sunlight. Therefore, housewives can apply some popular preservation methods:
Dry before storage - After buying tofu, spread it evenly on a tray or tray, place in a cool place to dry the outer shell.
Store in a dry, breathable place - Towels can be placed in bamboo baskets, fishing bags or boxes with air vents for storage, avoid placing them near hot cooking or direct sunlight.
Store in dry sand or rice - Spread a thin layer of sand/ries at the bottom of the box, arrange toothpick and cover with an additional layer. This storage method will help limit moisture and prolong the shelf life of onions.
Pre-processed freezing tofu - Peel the tofu and wash it, choke or puree it and divide it into a sealed container, store in the refrigerator ice Cube. This method will help retain the flavor for 1 - 2 months.
In parallel with the above preservation method, housewives also need to pay attention to preserving such as putting tofu in a sealed plastic bag, which will cause pumpkin bloating or sprouting.
At the same time, not storing with other tubers such as onions, garlic... will not cause onions to spoil quickly or lose their characteristic aroma.
