Divine Tofu

Divine Tofu

　　Tofu is generally made from soybeans, but in Zhuxi County, there is a type of tofu made from leaves. Recently, reporters in Quanyuan Village, Quanxi Town, Zhuxi County, got to taste the magical “Divine Tofu.” It is a food that is soaked in water, has a deep yellow color, feels smooth to the touch, and tastes cool and slightly bitter in the mouth.

Divine Tofu is made from the leaves of the unique “Divine Tree” (scientific name: Viburnum odoratissimum var. awabuki) in Zhuxi County. Because this tree grows in high-altitude, cold regions and the production process is complex, local mountain people do not often eat it. The tofu is emerald green in color, tender in texture, and it’s hard to believe it is made from leaves.

CCOTS Food Tip:

Preparation Method: Made from a wild green, fragrant leaf found in the mountains. Wash the leaves, rub or pound them into a paste, add an appropriate amount of water, then mix in plant ash, stir well. Let it sit in a cool place for 10–20 minutes to set.

Characteristics & Benefits: It has an elegant color, a strong refreshing fragrance, and a pleasant tea-like taste. Its color is like jade, appearing as a semi-transparent solid. It helps reduce internal heat, cools the body, and detoxifies. Suitable for summer consumption, long-term intake offers significant health benefits, and it can also help prevent various diseases caused by hepatitis and lung heat.