Zhuxian Town Dried Tofu

Zhuxian Town Dried Tofu

　　Zhuxian Town Five-Spice Dried Tofu was originally called “Five-Spice Tea Tofu.” Legend has it that it was first a famous product of the Qi State during the Warring States period, named by King Xuan of Qi. It was introduced to Zhuxian Town during the Tang Dynasty and often served as a tribute to the Tang emperors. After the late Ming Dynasty, it continued to be made by the Wang family’s “Yutang Brand” in Zhuxian Town, and has been passed down through more than ten generations of the family, remaining popular through the ages.

　　Zhuxian Town Five-Spice Dried Tofu is made from high-quality soybeans and ancient spring water from Kaifeng. First, a fine, white, and tender tofu is produced, which is then seasoned with fourteen ingredients including star anise, cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorn, cloves, cardamom, amomum fruit, and galangal. After being brined and air-dried, the final product features a black oily skin and brownish-yellow flesh, with a fragrant and delicious taste that invites repeated enjoyment. This product is rich in protein, various vitamins, amino acids, and more. Regular consumption can help promote saliva production, relieve thirst, strengthen the stomach, fortify teeth, regulate qi, reduce bloating, prevent heatstroke, and alleviate dizziness.