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Tau Fu Fah (Savory Tender Tofu Dessert)

Ipoh is widely renowned for its delicious tau fu fah, also known as bean curd pudding or soybean pudding. This popular dessert is made from soybeans that are ground into a paste, mixed with water and sugar, and then boiled until it becomes a soft, silky texture.

What sets Ipoh's tau fu fah apart from other cities is the quality of the soybeans used, which are known for their smooth texture and rich flavor. Additionally, the traditional methods used to make the dessert, passed down through generations, results in a unique and authentic taste that is hard to find elsewhere.

Ipoh's tau fu fah can be found at many local hawker stalls, street vendors, and traditional dessert shops throughout the city. The dessert is often served in a bowl with a sweet syrup, such as ginger or gula Melaka, and it can also be topped with additional ingredients like red bean or cincau (grass jelly). This dessert is a must try for visitors to Ipoh. Some of the best places to try tau fu fah in Ipoh include:

Woong Kee Beancurd Dessert Shop

Address: No.32-38A(bawah, Jalan Ali Pitchay, Taman Jubilee, 30250 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

If you're looking for a delicious and affordable dessert in Ipoh, look no further than Woong Kee's tau fu fah. This soft and smooth dessert is reasonably priced and comes in three delicious flavors: plain syrup, ginger, and gula Melaka. You can also add toppings like red bean or cincau (grass jelly) at an additional cost. They also sell pure soybean drinks.

Tau Fu Fah with ginger syrup
Tau Fu Fah with ginger syrup

The shop itself is small with only two table-tops and a few stools, which are usually occupied. Most customers opt to sit and eat along the 5-foot way. The service is pleasant and friendly.