Soaking tofu in seasoned boiling water forces the tofu to expel its excess ... and if you use the 2 tablespoons kosher salt called for in my recipes to season the water, the relative salinity ...

To prepare the tofu, cube and set on top of kitchen roll to absorb the excess water for at least 10 min ... tofu in the cornflour and a pinch of salt and pepper mix till fully coated.

Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in hot water and soy ... Simmer 10 minutes. Add tofu and butternut squash. Simmer 15-20 minutes, until squash is tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Rinse the mushrooms under cool running water, then place them in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Leave to soak for about two hours, or until fully hydrated. Dry the blocks of tofu with paper ...