How many calories in stinky tofu
A portion of fried stinky tofu has about 570 kcal, with 25 g of protein.
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Stinky tofu is tofu soaked in a fermented brine until it smells loudly, then deep fried until crisp outside and soft inside. In Taiwan it comes with sweet pickled cabbage and chilli or garlic sauce.
A fried portion is 570 kcal, with 39 g of fat, 30 g of carbs and 25 g of protein. The tofu brings the protein, the deep fryer brings most of the fat.
It tastes a lot milder than it smells. You'll find the stall long before you see it.
Tips
- 1Try it steamed or in a spicy soup, both skip the fryer.
- 2Load up on the pickled cabbage, it's light and it's the best part.
- 3Share a portion, it's a snack, not dinner.
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Questions
Why does stinky tofu smell?
It's soaked in a fermented brine, often made with vegetables, and the fermentation makes the smell.
Is stinky tofu high in protein?
Yes, about 25 g in a fried portion.
How many calories in half a portion?
About 285 kcal.
Does stinky tofu taste as bad as it smells?
Most people say it tastes much milder than it smells, salty and a bit funky, like a strong cheese.
What comes with stinky tofu?
Sweet and sour pickled cabbage and a chilli or garlic sauce, in Taiwan at least.
