Step 1 Soak the chickpeas

Wash the chickpeas well and soak them overnight in a bowl of water.

Step 2 Blend the chickpeas

The next morning, wash the chickpeas well under running water. Add the soaked chickpeas to a bowl along with 2 cups of water. Blend well in batches to form a smooth mixture.

Step 3 Strain the mixture

Place a sieve on a bowl and line it with muslin cloth. Pour the chickpeas mixture and strain it. Make a potli with the muslin cloth and squeeze out all the liquid from it.

Step 4 Cooking process

Pour the chickpea water into a pot and keep it on high flame. Once a boil comes, lower the flame to medium. Keep stirring in between to prevent the mixture from sticking at the bottom. Cook for about 20-25 minutes or till it thickens.

Step 5 Let it set

Let the mixture cool down a bit and then transfer to a glass container. Level it properly and set it aside. it might take 2-3 hours for the tofu to set completely.

Step 6 Ready to be used

Once firm, your Chickpea Tofu is ready to be used. Take it out of the container, chop into pieces and use in recipe of your choice.