MORI-NU, Tofu, silken, firm
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MORI-NU silken firm tofu is a Japanese-style tofu with a custard-like, smooth texture that holds its shape surprisingly well. It has a delicate, clean soybean flavor that acts as a blank canvas for both sweet and savory dishes. Nutritionally, it's a low-calorie, high-protein food with minimal carbs and fat.
💚 Why it's loved
People love its incredibly smooth, pudding-like texture that absorbs flavors beautifully. It's prized for its versatility, easily blending into creamy sauces, desserts, or being fried to a golden crisp.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high water content can make it prone to breaking if handled roughly. For those monitoring blood sugar, it's low-carb, but when used in sweet dishes (like in syrup), the added sugar becomes the concern. A tip is to pair it with fiber-rich toppings or use it in savory preparations.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of plant-based protein
- Very low in calories and carbohydrates
- Contains all essential amino acids
- Naturally cholesterol-free
- Source of calcium and iron (depending on coagulant)
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'MORI-NU' brand is specifically known for its aseptic packaging, which gives this tofu an unopened shelf life of up to 3 years without refrigeration.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 87.4 g |
| Energy | 62.0 kcal |
| Energy | 259 kj |
| Protein | 6.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 2.7 g |
| Ash | 0.60 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 2.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 32.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 90.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 194 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 36.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.61 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg |
| Niacin | 0.25 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.41 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.54 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.29 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.35 g |
| Leucine | 0.59 g |
| Lysine | 0.46 g |
| Methionine | 0.11 g |
| Cystine | 0.10 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.39 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.30 g |
| Valine | 0.39 g |
| Arginine | 0.52 g |
| Histidine | 0.17 g |
| Alanine | 0.27 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.77 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.27 g |
| Proline | 0.35 g |
| Serine | 0.33 g |
FAQ
How is silken firm tofu different from regular firm tofu?
Silken tofu is made by coagulating soy milk without curdling and draining, resulting in a smooth, custard-like texture. Regular firm tofu is curdled, pressed, and has a denser, spongier texture.
Can I freeze silken firm tofu?
Yes, but it will change the texture dramatically, making it more porous and chewy (like a sponge). This is great for absorbing marinades but not for creamy applications.
Is it safe to eat raw?
Yes, it is pre-cooked during production. It's perfectly safe to eat straight from the package, as in dishes like Hiyayakko.