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Traditional Soy Milk (Doujiang)

Chinese · Drink

A creamy, protein-rich traditional East Asian plant-based milk made from scratch using yellow soybeans. This homemade version is far more fragrant than store-bought varieties.

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30 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time10 min
Cook time20 min
Servings4 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Wash the dried soybeans

    Wash the dried soybeans and soak them in plenty of water for 8-12 hours (overnight). The beans should double in size.

  2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans

    Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Place them in a blender with 1.2 l (5 cups) of fresh water and blend on high speed until completely smooth.

    2 min
  3. Pour the blended mixture through a nut milk bag or a very fine sieve lined

    Pour the blended mixture through a nut milk bag or a very fine sieve lined with cheesecloth into a large pot. Squeeze the bag firmly to extract all the liquid.

  4. Bring the soy milk

    Bring the soy milk to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent the bottom from scorching. Be careful, as it will foam up quickly when it reaches boiling point at 100°C (212°F).

    10 min
  5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 10-15 minutes. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface. Stir in sugar to taste while hot.

    10 min

A little kitchen wisdom

Always ensure the soy milk boils completely and then simmers for at least 10 minutes. Raw or undercooked soy milk contains enzyme inhibitors and can cause digestive upset. You can adjust the water ratio for a thicker or thinner consistency.

What you'll need

BlenderNut milk bagLarge potFine sieve
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

Can be prepared and kept in the fridge. It tastes great both hot and cold.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight glass bottle in the refrigerator. Gently heat in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Allergens

Contains soy.

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Traditional Soy Milk (Doujiang)
Step 1 of 5

Wash the dried soybeans

Wash the dried soybeans and soak them in plenty of water for 8-12 hours (overnight). The beans should double in size.