Yuba, or tofu skin, is made with only soybeans and water, and is a great source of protein. Minami foods’ dried handmade yuba is crafted from soybeans grown in the fertile soil in iwate prefecture and the soft water that gushes out of rocks in the local area—the prefecture, located in northern Japan, has cold weather and is also known for its beautiful rocky coastline. The company uses a traditional method of yuba-making—simmering soy milk, scooping up the film flowing up to the surface, and slowly drying it in cold air. This allows the yuba to exhibit genuine soy flavor with a touch of sweetness and soft, yet chewy texture. When you use dried yuba, first soak in water to soften, then add it to the dishes of your choice.