Guanyin Dried Tofu

Guanyin Dried Tofu

Guanyin Dried Tofu is a protected geographical indication product.

　　Guanyin Dried Tofu, also known as "Ren" Character Dried Tofu, is primarily produced in Guanyin Township, Dazhu County, and has a history of over a hundred years. The name "Ren" (仁) comes from the 36 "ren" characters carved into the wooden molds used to press the tofu. Each large sheet (one square chi, weighing two liang and five qian) is divided into 36 small pieces, each featuring one "ren" character, hence the name "Ren" Character Dried Tofu. It has a smooth, glossy, fine, and golden-yellow surface; when you smell it, the rich, fragrant aroma stimulates the appetite; and when you taste it, it is sweet and delicious, becoming more aromatic the more you chew, with a long-lasting aftertaste. Additionally, it has a firm and resilient texture — each sheet can be folded into thirds and withstand a tensile force of about 25 kilograms. Due to its consistently high quality and growing reputation, the product is not only popular in nearby counties but also exported to Chongqing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, and other regions. With the continuously increasing social demand, in 1982, the Grain and Oil Processing Factory of Chengguan District Grain Station in Dazhu County established a mechanized production line for "Guanyinge" brand dried tofu, producing 600,000 bags annually. Thanks to vacuum packaging, which extends shelf life and makes it convenient to carry, it has become an excellent gift for friends and family, winning the favor of consumers across the province and beyond. (Dazhu County)