Tofu, Extra Firm, Minn

Tofu is categorized as silken, regular, firm, extra-firm and super-firm. Of all the types of tofu, firm tofu is the most widely available in supermarkets.

Firm tofu is quite compact and is often packaged soaked in liquid – the amount depends on the type of packaging.Firm tofu is like feta: it doesn’t crumble when you pick it up and it is easy to chop. In the kitchen, firm tofu is the most versatile of the tofu types.

• Great source of protein, fiber, iron and calcium.
• As well as being low in fat and cholesterol free
• Gluten free Non-GMO certified
• Great for grilling and stir frying

MinnTofu is a local Minnesota startup with a singular focus on producing wholesome and environmentally sustainable plant based foods, with locally farmed soybeans. MinnTofu was started by Yan Small, a licensed food safety instructor from St. Paul who currently teaches classes to food handlers and managers since 2011.

Yan was also a District Sales Manager at Sysco Asian Foods for the Midwest states and understands how critical having fresh products available to customers sustains the food industry.

The lack of freshly made tofu inspired Yan to fill the void for local consumers who want fresh Tofu in their diet. As a Chinese American woman Yan is passionate about the health benefits of a plant based foods. In 2018 Yan teamed up with Rafik Moore to make her dream of providing plant based foods a reality to share with others who are passionate about a healthy diet and lifestyle.