Homemade Tofu, Soy Milk, and Okara with PC-2110 | 3 Soybean Recipes

March 11, 2026

Tofu, soymilk, and okara (soy pulp) are traditional Japanese health foods, but commercially available products may contain additives such as defoamers and emulsifiers. With the blender function of the Happilaff PC-2110, you can make homemade soymilk, tofu, and okara from soybeans with zero additives. The cost is also less than half that of commercial products. Enjoy making soybean products at home, getting all the isoflavones, protein, and dietary fiber.

Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Soybeans

Nutrient	Content (per 100g soybeans)	Health Benefits
Protein	Approx. 35g	Muscle synthesis, immune function, enzyme production
Isoflavones	Approx. 200mg	Hormone balance, bone density, menopausal symptom relief
Dietary Fiber	Approx. 17g	Gut health, constipation relief, cholesterol reduction
Lecithin	Rich	Brain function, memory, liver protection
Saponins	Rich	Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immune boosting

3 Soybean Processing Recipes to Make with PC-2110

🥛 Recipe 1: Homemade Soymilk (approx. 600ml)

Ingredients: 100g dried soybeans, water (for soaking) as needed, 600ml water (for blending)

Soak soybeans in water for 8-12 hours (overnight in the refrigerator). Drain and rinse.

Add soybeans and 600ml water to PC-2110, blend on high for 30 seconds x 2 times.

Strain through cheesecloth or a nut milk bag (the squeezed residue is okara).

Bring the strained soymilk to a boil in a pot, then simmer on low heat for 10 minutes (to remove toxins from raw soybeans). Cool and serve.

✨ Cost Comparison: 100g dried soybeans (approx. 50 yen) → 600ml soymilk. Approx. 1/3 the cost of 600ml commercial soymilk (approx. 150-200 yen). Zero additives, adjustable concentration.

🍱 Recipe 2: Homemade Tofu (approx. 300g)

Ingredients: 600ml homemade soymilk, 1 teaspoon nigari (approx. 5ml), 1 tablespoon water

Heat homemade soymilk in a pot to 75-80°C (do not boil).

Dilute nigari with water and add to soymilk, gently stir 3 times and immediately stop.

Cover and let sit undisturbed for 15-20 minutes.

Transfer to a tofu mold (or colander + cheesecloth), place a weight on top, and drain for 30 minutes → Done.

✨ Cost Comparison: 600ml soymilk (from 100g soybeans, approx. 50 yen) + nigari (approx. 5 yen) → approx. 300g tofu. Approx. 1/3 the cost of 300g commercial tofu (approx. 80-150 yen).

🌾 Recipe 3: Okara Utilization Recipes (soy pulp from soymilk)

Okara Nutrition: Rich in dietary fiber, protein, calcium, and isoflavones. Low-calorie and low-carb, excellent for dieting.

Usage 1: Okara Cookies: 100g okara, 50g all-purpose flour, 30g sugar, 30g butter, 1 egg → Mix and bake at 170°C for 15 minutes.

Usage 2: Okara Hamburgers: 100g okara, 200g ground meat, 1/2 onion (minced), 1 egg, salt and pepper → Mix with minced onion prepared with CH-210 and cook.

Usage 3: Okara Smoothie: 2 tablespoons okara, 1 banana, 250ml soymilk → Blend with PC-2110. Easily supplement dietary fiber.

✨ Storage Method: Refrigerate for 2-3 days, freeze for 1 month.

Cost Comparison of Homemade Soymilk and Tofu

Product	Homemade (PC-2110)	Commercial Product	Savings Rate
Soymilk 600ml	Approx. 50 yen (100g soybeans)	150-200 yen	Approx. 65-75% OFF
Tofu 300g	Approx. 55 yen	80-150 yen	Approx. 30-65% OFF
Okara 200g	0 yen (soymilk byproduct)	50-100 yen	100% OFF

💡 Always heat homemade soymilk before drinking. Raw soybeans contain trypsin inhibitors (digestive inhibitors), which are neutralized by heating. After heating, it can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

🥛 Make Additive-Free Homemade Soy Products with PC-2110

PC-2110

850W - blends soybeans smoothly in 30 seconds. Make soymilk, tofu, and okara with one machine. Also grinds spices with the mill function.

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CH-208

For mincing onions for okara hamburgers. Efficiently combine soybean processing with meal prep.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Does soymilk made with PC-2110 taste different from commercial products?: Yes, homemade soymilk has a stronger, richer soybean flavor. You can make it thinner by reducing the amount of soybeans, or thicker by increasing it. If the heating time is too short, a raw bean smell may remain, so be sure to heat it thoroughly for at least 10 minutes. Many people find it tastes better than commercial products once they get used to it.
Q2. Where can I buy nigari?: You can buy it at supermarkets (baking supplies section), health food stores, Amazon, Rakuten, etc. Liquid nigari (magnesium chloride solution) is easy to use and recommended. One bottle (around 200ml) can make tofu about 40 times.
Q3. What should I do if my tofu doesn't set properly?: The main reasons are: ① the soymilk temperature is too low (needs to be 75°C or higher) ② the nigari was stirred too much (more than 3 stirs makes it difficult to set) ③ the soymilk is too thin (目安 is 100g soybeans to 600ml water or less). If it doesn't set, reheat it and add a small amount of nigari.