The Bounty of the Bean: Yuba
Yuba, the skin skimmed off of soy milk during the tōfu production process, is a delicious way to get all the best nutrition of the soybean.
It is handy in a wide range of dishes and can even be made at home.
Ways to Enjoy Yuba
- Fresh yuba can be eaten with condiments like soy sauce and wasabi, similar to sashimi.
- Dried yuba can be rehydrated and used, but fresh yuba has a smoother texture and richer flavor.
Popular Dishes
Yuba can be simmered in dashi stock until thickened, or with egg as a thickener, and served on top of rice.
Simmered yuba rolls can also be served atop soba noodles, with a firm texture and lightly flavored.
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Author's summary: Yuba offers delicious nutrition from soybeans.