At the table
Let each small cube cool slightly and dip as desired.
Contains soy. Ask about chili heat, meat broth and animal fat in the dip.
Dips vary; other versions pour gravy and additional condiments over the tofu.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Dips vary; other versions pour gravy and additional condiments over the tofu.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Mild soybean flavor; the dip adds chili heat and saltiness.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Fine, moist and firm.
- How it’s made
- Heat pressed Luonan tofu and cut into small cubes; serve the chili dip separately.
Dips vary; other versions pour gravy and additional condiments over the tofu.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Its origins are linked to Shaanxi.
About this regional connection
Shaanxi: Luonan, Shangluo.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有洛南热豆腐吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Luonan Hot Tofu
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Luonan has a local tofu-making tradition; hot dressed tofu is one way of eating its pressed tofu.