Fresh Strawberry Taho Recipe (5-Minute Filipino Dessert)
Strawberry Taho is a Filipino layered dessert featuring silky soft tofu, fresh diced strawberries, and strawberry jam assembled in alternating layers. This 5-minute no-cook treat originated in Baguio, where abundant mountain strawberries transformed the traditional soybean-based street snack into a fresh, fruit-forward delicacy. The dessert combines the creamy, pudding-like texture of silken tofu with the natural sweetness and vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries, creating a light, refreshing treat that's naturally gluten-free and customizable to personal sweetness preferences.
Ingredients
- 2-4 tablespoons strawberry jam
- ½ cup silky soft tofu
- 4 large fresh strawberries diced
Instructions
- Start by spooning your desired amount of strawberry jam into the bottom of your serving bowl or glass. Use more jam if you prefer sweeter taho, or just a thin layer for a lighter taste.
- Add a generous layer of silky soft tofu on top of the jam, being gentle to maintain its delicate texture. The tofu should cover the jam layer completely.
- Sprinkle half of your diced strawberries over the tofu layer, distributing them evenly for the best flavor in every spoonful.
- Add another layer of tofu on top of the strawberries, creating distinct layers that look as good as they taste.
- Finish by adding another spoonful of strawberry jam on top, then crown with the remaining diced strawberries for a beautiful presentation.
- Serve immediately while the tofu is at its silkiest and the strawberries are fresh and juicy.
Tips from Lola's Kitchen
- Always use silky soft tofu (also called silken tofu) - the kind that feels like pudding when you touch it
- Choose strawberries that are bright red and slightly soft for the sweetest flavor
- Dice strawberries into small, uniform pieces so they distribute evenly in each bite
- Assemble just before serving to prevent the layers from mixing together
- Use a clear glass to show off those gorgeous pink and white layers
- Chill your tofu beforehand for an extra refreshing treat on hot days
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