Misozuke (Miso Tofu Cheese)

Ingredients

Misozuke

• 1 lbs package of firm or extra firm tofu (454g)
• 200–250g organic white or red miso paste
• 2 tbsp sake (30ml)
• 2 tbsp organic cane sugar (28g)
• Flavourings (optional)
• dried herbs
• dried spices
• zests of citrus fruits
• chili flakes
• nori

Directions

1. Mix the miso paste, sake, sugar and optional flavourings in a bowl until well combined.
2. Remove the tofu from the package. Gently press out any excess liquid and pat it dry. (You can press out excess liquid if you are using firm for a richer consistency). Cut the tofu into two blocks. Wrap one or two layers of cheesecloth over each piece of tofu. Using only one layer will make the misozuke more salty. Spread a generous layer of miso paste on top of the cheesecloth. Be sure every part is covered so that no cheesecloth or tofu is exposed.
3. Place in an air tight container and store in the fridge for 7 – 100 days, depending on how long you want to ferment it. Optionally, you can place a layer of paper towel into the Tupperware to remove the accumulated liquid easier.
4. Every week, check the misozuke. If you see any liquid accumulating, carefully pour it out. Ensure that the block of tofu is still fully covered with miso and that the container is fry. If you accidentally scrape off some miso, cover it with more miso.
5. After the fermentation period is over, unwrap the tofu and remove any remaining miso paste. Now it’s ready to serve!
6. Mix the miso paste, sake, sugar and optional flavourings in a bowl until well combined.
7. Remove the tofu from the package. Gently press out any excess liquid and pat it dry. Cut the tofu into two blocks. Wrap one layer of cheesecloth over each piece of tofu. Spread a generous layer of miso paste on top of the cheesecloth. Be sure every part is covered so that no cheesecloth or tofu is exposed. Place in an air tight container and store in the fridge for 7 – 100 days (read blog post for fermentation times). **
8. Every week, check the misozuke. If you see any liquid accumulating, carefully pour it out. Ensure that the block of tofu is still fully covered with miso and that the container is fry. If you accidentally scrape off some miso, cover it with more miso.
9. After the fermentation period is over, unwrap the tofu and remove any remaining miso paste.
10. Serve as desired and enjoy! To store, wrap with vegan wax paper and keep in an air tight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tbsp Calories: 33 Sugar: 0.8 Sodium: 106mg Fat: 1.7 Saturated Fat: 0.3 Unsaturated Fat: 1.1 Trans Fat: 0 Carbohydrates: 1.4 Fiber: 0.3 Protein: 3.6 Cholesterol: 0