Tofu skin is the dried, golden film that forms on the surface of heated soy milk, used in soups and braised dishes. Per 100 g dried it provides 457 calories with 44.6 g protein.
Tofu skin, also called yuba, is the thin, golden film that forms on the surface of heated soy milk and is then dried. It is a staple in Chinese and Japanese cooking, rehydrated and simmered in soups, stews, and braised dishes.
Nutritionally, dried tofu skin is very concentrated in protein and fat. Per 100 g it provides about 457 kcal, 22.3 g of carbohydrates, 44.6 g of protein, and 21.7 g of fat. This reference reflects dried tofu skin.
Tofu skin is usually soaked in water to soften before cooking, which increases its weight. For accurate tracking, weigh it dry or rehydrated as prepared, and use the serving sizes below.
Plan your portion
How much is in your serving of Tofu Skin?
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of dried tofu skin. A typical 1 oz serving (about 28 g dry) provides roughly 128 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
Serving
Weight
Calories
Carbs
Protein
Fat
100 g
100 g
457 kcal
22.3 g
44.6 g
21.7 g
1 oz dry
28 g
128 kcal
6.2 g
12.5 g
6.1 g
2 oz dry
57 g
260.5 kcal
12.7 g
25.4 g
12.4 g
Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.
