The crisp outside and soft tofu center are easy to share after cutting into small pieces and cooling.
Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Serving pieces may be cut in half or quartered. The dip may use Chinese chives or scallions, with the amount of salt varying.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Fresh bean flavour with a savoury dip.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Crisp shell and a soft, tender centre.
- How it’s made
- Deep-fry the Puning tofu pieces, turning them for an even crust, then cut and serve with a dip.
Serving pieces may be cut in half or quartered. The dip may use Chinese chives or scallions, with the amount of salt varying.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Guangdong.
About this regional connection
Guangdong: Guangdong association; no exclusive origin claim.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有普宁炸豆干吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
A family craft far from Chaoshan
Puning’s tofu-making craft entered Jieyang’s intangible cultural heritage list in 2009. In 2026, Vietnam-based maker Huang Yuzhi described a family trade of making this tofu for more than 40 years. Its crisp fried crust and soft centre can be a familiar taste of home far from Chaoshan.