

Stinky tofu is fermented tofu with a pungent smell and a mild savory taste, most often deep-fried and served with chili or soy sauce at night markets; in Taiwan we have verified places to eat it in Taipei. Start with where to eat Stinky tofu in Taipei.
Stinky tofu · Taipei
Stinky tofu is fermented tofu with a pungent smell and a mild savory taste, most often deep-fried and served with chili or soy sauce at night markets.
A Chinese legend says a scholar named Wang Zhihe from Anhui invented stinky tofu in the Qing dynasty, and the dish is now extremely popular in Taiwan. It is sold at night markets such as Shilin and Linjiang, where Tien Hsiang Stinky Tofu is recognized by the Michelin Guide. Shenkeng Old Street in New Taipei bills itself as the hometown of tofu and sells fried stinky tofu and stinky tofu skewers.
Where to eat in Taipei:
- Tien Hsiang Stinky Tofu
- Shilin Night Market
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