Using pressure to squeeze water out of the tofu produces firmer, chewier, denser, creamier pieces that don’t fall apart as you’re cooking.
- Drain the block of tofu and cut into 4 slabs.
- Place paper or a cloth towel on a hard surface.
- Place tofu on a towel and cover with more towels.
- Weigh down tofu with heavy items such as cookbooks.
- Let sit for at least 30 minutes, changing towels about every 10 minutes.