Unlike Sichuan-style stinky tofu, which is softer and typically submerged in chile oil, Changsha’s version is known for its black, crispy exterior and bold, spicy flavor. After deep-frying until ...

While travelling in Taiwan, Carmen Roberts tries a plate of street food called stinky tofu. The fermented tofu has a strong odour and is usually sold at night markets or roadside stands as a snack.

Fried stinky tofu is a Taiwanese delicacy that, if nothing else, certainly lives up to its name. But for adventurous eaters, finding it here in L.A. is a treat.