🇲🇾 Malaysia · Drinks
Tau Fau Fah
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇲🇾 MYA silky, delicate soybean curd dessert served with a warm, aromatic ginger and pandan sugar syrup.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Soak 200g of soybeans in water overnight, then drain well.
- 2
Blend the soaked soybeans with 1L of water until completely smooth.
- 3
Strain the mixture through a fine cheesecloth, squeezing hard to extract all liquid.
- 4
Pour the soy milk into a pot, add 1 pandan leaf, and boil for 10 minutes, skimming the foam.
- 5
Prepare the syrup by boiling 500ml of water, 100g of sugar, sliced ginger, and 2 pandan leaves for 15 minutes.
- 6
Gently ladle the soy milk into bowls and let it set at room temperature.
- 7
Serve the warm curd with a splash of the prepared ginger syrup over the top.
- 8
Ensure you don't over-stir the curd once set to keep its velvety texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get it silky?+
The secret is straining the soy milk thoroughly through a very fine muslin cloth.
Can I use store-bought soy milk?+
For authentic results, homemade soy milk is essential for the curdling process.
What if it doesn't set?+
Ensure the soy milk is boiled properly to denature proteins effectively.
How long to keep it?+
It is best consumed within 24 hours while fresh.
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