Homemade Tofu, Soy Milk, and Okara with the PC-2110: 3 Recipes for Additive-Free Healthy Foods at Home

March 11, 2026

Tofu, soy milk, and okara are traditional healthy Japanese 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 soy milk, tofu, and okara from soybeans with zero additives. The cost is also about half or less than that of commercial products. Enjoy making soy products at home, getting all the isoflavones, protein, and dietary fiber.

Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Soybeans

Nutrient	Content (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 improvement, cholesterol reduction
Lecithin	Abundant	Brain function, memory, liver protection
Saponin	Abundant	Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immune boosting

3 Soy Product Recipes to Make with PC-2110

🥛 Recipe 1: Homemade Soy Milk (approx. 600ml)

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

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

Add soybeans and 600ml water to the PC-2110 and 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 soy milk to a boil in a pot, then simmer on low heat for 10 minutes (to remove toxins from raw soybeans). Let it cool and it's done.

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

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

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

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

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

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 soy milk (from 100g soybeans, approx. 50 yen) + nigari (approx. 5 yen) → approx. 300g tofu. About 1/3 the cost of 300g commercial tofu (approx. 80-150 yen).

🌾 Recipe 3: Okara Utilization Recipes (residue from soy milk)

Okara Nutrition: Rich in dietary fiber, protein, calcium, and isoflavones. Low in calories and carbohydrates, excellent as a diet food.

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

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

Utilization Method ③ Okara Smoothie: 2 tablespoons okara, 1 banana, 250ml soy milk → Blend with PC-2110. Easily supplement dietary fiber.

✨ Storage Method: 2-3 days in the refrigerator, 1 month in the freezer.

Cost Comparison of Homemade Soy Milk and Tofu

Product	Homemade (PC-2110)	Commercial Product	Savings Rate
Soy Milk 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 (soy milk byproduct)	50-100 yen	100% OFF

💡 Always heat homemade soy milk 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 Foods with PC-2110

PC-2110

850W - Blends soybeans smoothly in 30 seconds. Makes soy milk, 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 prepare soy products and other ingredients.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Does soy milk made with PC-2110 taste different from commercial products?: Yes, homemade soy milk 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 odor may remain, so be sure to heat it thoroughly for at least 10 minutes. Many people find it tastier than commercial products once they get used to it.
Q2. Where can I buy nigari?: You can buy it at supermarkets (baking supplies section), natural food stores, Amazon, Rakuten, etc. Liquid nigari (magnesium chloride solution) is easy to use and recommended. One bottle (approx. 200ml) can make about 40 batches of tofu.
Q3. What should I do if my tofu doesn't set properly?: The main reasons are: ① the soy milk temperature is too low (needs to be above 75°C), ② the nigari was stirred too much (stirring more than 3 times makes it difficult to set), or ③ the soy milk 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.