At the table
Choose the finished preparation when ordering: ask how the tofu is cooked and dressed. Cut or lift small pieces with chopsticks or a spoon.
Contains soy. Plain tofu is plant-based, but confirm broth, sauces and cooking fats in the served dish.
It can be used in vegetable or meat dishes. Sauces, broth and cooking fats depend on the preparation.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
It can be used in vegetable or meat dishes. Sauces, broth and cooking fats depend on the preparation.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Mild soybean flavor with savory seasoning; sauce and chili vary.
- Chili heat
- Heat not recorded
- Texture
- Tender but firm enough to hold its shape.
- How it’s made
- Firm tofu is cut and fried, then cooked with vegetables and sauce in this version. The local tofu itself is made by coagulating soybean milk.
It can be used in vegetable or meat dishes. Sauces, broth and cooking fats depend on the preparation.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Its origins are linked to Ningxia.
About this regional connection
Ningxia: Huangquqiao Town, Pingluo County, about 15 kilometres north of the county seat.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有黄渠桥老豆腐吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Huangquqiao firm tofu
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Huangquqiao’s tofu is a local market specialty in Pingluo. Its firm curd is used in different home-style dishes rather than tied to one universal sauce.