Bean curd skins

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Other Names:yuba bean curd skins, bean curd wrappers, tofu skins. nama yuba (fresh skins)

What is Bean curd skins

Dried sheets of bean curd used as wrappers or cut into thin strips to top sushi. The dried sheets must be reconstituted in water before use. The bean curd skins are available fresh as well but typically harder to find. It may also be available frozen. Look for this product in Chinese or Japanese markets.