Taho

Name: Taho
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 2 lbs silken tofu; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 cups water; 1/2 cup cooked small sago pearls, cooked; 1/4 tsp vanilla extract; pinch salt

Silken tofu served warm in a brown sugar syrup with sago pearls, a traditional Filipino breakfast dessert that's trending on social media.

35 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

FilipinoBreakfastStovetopVeganNut-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs silken tofu
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 cups water
1/2 cup cooked small sago pearls, cooked
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
pinch salt

Instructions

1

In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 cups water, and pinch salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until brown sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 tsp vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
2

Gently heat 2 lbs silken tofu by placing it in a bowl and pouring hot water over it. Let it warm for 2-3 minutes, then carefully drain the water.
3

Divide warm tofu among serving bowls.
4

Spoon 1/2 cup cooked cooked small sago pearls on top of the tofu.
5

Pour the warm brown sugar syrup over each bowl.
6

Serve immediately while still warm.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for brown sugar in Taho?

The entry for Taho calls for 1/2 cup brown sugar. In its place: White sugar with a tablespoon of molasses per cup. Without molasses, plain white sugar works but bakes up crisper and paler.

Does Taho contain soy?

Yes: 2 lbs silken tofu. The full allergen list for this entry is soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Taho?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 180 calories, with 6 g protein, 34 g carbohydrate and 2 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 80 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Taho?

Refrigerate what is left of Taho within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Taho?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the tofu drops from 2 lbs to 1 lb; doubled, it is 4 lbs. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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