Tofu from Any Dry Beans

I tried another preparation of tofu from pinto beans and it turned out really good! I got extra-firm tofu this time. This is how to do it-

Any Bean Tofu (Burmese tofu):

1. Soak 1/2 cup dry beans overnight.
2. Rinse and blend with 3 cups water.
3. Simmer in saucepan for 20 min, up the heat and cook them down to a paste consistency (about 5 more min). Keep stirring, less water equals firmer tofu
4. Pour in to a pan lined with parchment paper or other mold, put another pan or weight on top and let it set in the fridge for a couple of hours.

Note: beans should be cooked at least 20 min or they can upset your stomach. Any beans can be used. The flavor tastes lightly of the beans and they can be used in any tofu recipe.

Beans are such a cheap source of protein and this is another way to prepare them.