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{{Infobox chinese food
{{Infobox chinese food
| image = Douhua.jpg
| caption = Douhua
| alternate_name = Tofu pudding; tofu flower; soybean curd dessert/savory
| alternate_name = Tofu pudding; tofu flower; soybean curd dessert/savory
| pinyin = Dòuhuā
| pinyin = Dòuhuā

Latest revision as of 13:12, 22 September 2026


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Douhua

Alternative names Tofu pudding; tofu flower; soybean curd dessert/savory
Pinyin Dòuhuā
Type Tofu pudding
Course Snack / dessert / breakfast
Place of origin China
Region or state Pan-China (sweet south / savory southwest)
Other Soft tofu with sweet or savory dressings

Douhua (Simplified Chinese: 豆花; Traditional Chinese: 豆花; Pinyin: Dòuhuā), also called tofu pudding or tofu flower, is very soft freshly set soybean curd served with sweet syrups or savory sauces depending on region.[1]

Characteristics

Texture is tender and spoonable, softer than block tofu. Northern and southwestern savory versions may use soy sauce, chili oil, and crunchy toppings; southern sweet versions use ginger syrup or peanuts.

Ingredients (overview)

Soy milk coagulated with gypsum or similar; toppings such as syrup, peanuts, century egg, or savory sauces. Not the same as fried Stinky Tofu.

History and culture

Douhua is a widespread Chinese Snack with strong regional dressing traditions. Street vendors and dessert shops both serve it.

Serving and variations

Bowl snack, hot or cold. See Chinese Snack and Stinky Tofu for other tofu-centered snacks.

See also

References

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