Is Tofu still any good after it is dry?

Question

I had tofu once a while ago and I used half and put the rest in the fridge. The next day it was dry and not spongy. Did that mean it's wasn't good anymore or could I still have used it? I'm asking because i'm in the same position again!

Answer 1

no, toss it

Answer 2

If it was in a closed container that had no water in it, it should still be good.  Some recipes actually call for soy that has been pressed to get rid it of excess liquid.  You would use it for things like frying and such.  I was taught that making sure that it is in a closed container is important as tofu will pick up the flavors of the other foods within your fridge which could change the taste of the recipe that you are going to use it in.

As to putting it in water after not being in water and having dried out?  Not sure about that one.  Never heard of anyone doing that.  You could always try it and see what happens since you already are willing to toss it anyway.

Not who you asked - but yes, just change the water with fresh water every day (what I was taught).

Answer 3

I wouldn't think it was any good, but you probably could still eat it if you really wanted to. That happened to me, and I just threw it out because it looked gross.

Answer 4

I doubt it but it may depend on the brand.

Answer 5

Generally it should be kept in a closed container full of water. Change the water every day or so.

You could probably have still used it; often people press the water out of it before cooking. It's when it smells or gets a little slimy you know it's getting bad.

Edit: yes, tap water is fine.

Answer 6

Your supposed to keep Tofu under water until you use it. The only time it doesn't need to be in water is when you freeze it. I've never used it dry, but I bet you could crumble it up and add it to a bean loaf or veggie burgers.

Yes, any water will do, you can even soak it in a veggie broth to add flavor.