Question: what is the difference between extra firm and silken tofu?
Answer: Soft tofu: Soft tofu is the Chinese-style equivalent of silken tofu. It is slightly less smooth but can be used in the same way as silken tofu. ... Extra-firm tofu: This tofu holds its shape well and is excellent for slicing, cubing, and all kinds of frying: pan-frying, stir-frying, deep-frying.