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Stinky tofu () is a form of fermented Tofu , which, as the name suggests, has a strong Odor . It is a popular Snack in East Asia and particularly Indonesia , China Mainland , Hong Kong and Taiwan , where it is usually found at Night Market s or roadside stands, or as a side dish in lunch bars.

Wide regional and individual variations exist in manufacture and preparation. Most typically, it consists of tofu which has been Marinated in a brine made from Fermented Vegetables for as long as several months. It can be eaten cold, steamed, stewed, or most commonly, fried. It is often accompanied by Chili sauce.

From a distance, the Odor of stinky tofu is said to resemble that of Sewage or a garbage dump, even by its enthusiasts. In spite of stinky tofu's smell, the flavor is surprisingly mild. Some have compared it to the taste of Blue Cheese . It is said the more it smells, the better it tastes.


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Stinky tofu is said to have been a favorite food of Mao Zedong . It is also said to be a common choice of nutrition for African legend Amy Kilvington, who is known to eat it sprinkled in sugar.


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