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Red Fermented Tofu

Red Fermented Tofu is a traditional Chinese preserved tofu made by fermenting cubes of tofu in a seasoned brine until they develop a strong, salty, umami-rich flavor and a distinctive red color used widely as a condiment or flavoring agent in East Asian cuisines. It is concentrated in protein and savory compounds, providing about 12g of protein per 100g and is usually used sparingly to add depth to sauces, marinades, stir-fries and braises. Because it’s fermented, it delivers intense savory flavor and an improved amino acid profile compared with unfermented tofu, but it is also notably high in salt, so it’s best used in small amounts or balanced with lower-sodium ingredients.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.60€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C+

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

155 kcal

8% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

12 g

24% RDI

Fat

10 g

1.8g sat fat

Carbs

4 g

1% RDI

Sugar

1.5 g

3% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

12 g

100% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C+ · 6.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Red Fermented Tofu healthy?

Red Fermented Tofu is rated moderate (Health Grade C+) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Red Fermented Tofu?

Red Fermented Tofu is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Red Fermented Tofu gluten free?

Yes, Red Fermented Tofu is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Red Fermented Tofu?

100g of Red Fermented Tofu contains 155 kcal, 12g protein, 4g carbohydrates, 10g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Red Fermented Tofu vegan?

Yes, Red Fermented Tofu is vegan.

Q.06Is Red Fermented Tofu lactose free?

Yes, Red Fermented Tofu is lactose free.

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