What exactly is Tofu?!
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soy bean curd !.!.!. It's essentially tasteless and will take on the flavor of whatever you cook it with!. Don't be afraid of it:) Get a package of Tofutti Cuties, which are soy "ice cream" sandwiches, and see if you can tell the difference!Www@FoodAQ@Com
go to wikipedia and figure it out!.
Tofu, also Tōfu (豆腐, Tōfu!?) (the Japanese Romaji spelling), doufu (the Chinese Pinyin spelling often used in Chinese recipes) or bean curd (the literal translation), is a food of Chinese origin,[1] made by coagulating soy milk, and then pressing the resulting curds into blocks!. There are many different varieties of tofu, including fresh tofu and tofu that has been processed in some way!. Tofu has very little flavor or smell on its own, so it can be used either in savory or sweet dishes, and is often seasoned or marinated to suit the dish!.
The production of tofu from soy milk is similar to the production of cheese from milk, although some tofu is made by processing non-soy products, such as almonds or black beans!. The byproduct of the process is soy pulp (also called okara in Japanese)!.
Tofu originated in ancient China,[1] but little else is known about the origins of tofu and its method of production!. Tofu and its production technique were subsequently introduced into Korea, then Japan during the Nara period (late eighth century)!. It also spread into other parts of East Asia as well!. This spread likely coincided with the spread of Buddhism as it is an important source of proteins in the religion's vegetarian diet!.[2]
Tofu is low in calories, contains beneficial amounts of iron (especially important for women of child-bearing age) and has no saturated fat or cholesterol!. Depending on the coagulant used in manufacturing, the tofu may also be high in calcium (important for bone development and maintenance), and magnesium (especially important for athletes)!. Tofu also contains soy isoflavones, which can mimic natural human estrogens and may have a variety of harmful or beneficial effects when eaten in sufficient quantities!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Tofu, also Tōfu (豆腐, Tōfu!?) (the Japanese Romaji spelling), doufu (the Chinese Pinyin spelling often used in Chinese recipes) or bean curd (the literal translation), is a food of Chinese origin,[1] made by coagulating soy milk, and then pressing the resulting curds into blocks!. There are many different varieties of tofu, including fresh tofu and tofu that has been processed in some way!. Tofu has very little flavor or smell on its own, so it can be used either in savory or sweet dishes, and is often seasoned or marinated to suit the dish!.
The production of tofu from soy milk is similar to the production of cheese from milk, although some tofu is made by processing non-soy products, such as almonds or black beans!. The byproduct of the process is soy pulp (also called okara in Japanese)!.
Tofu originated in ancient China,[1] but little else is known about the origins of tofu and its method of production!. Tofu and its production technique were subsequently introduced into Korea, then Japan during the Nara period (late eighth century)!. It also spread into other parts of East Asia as well!. This spread likely coincided with the spread of Buddhism as it is an important source of proteins in the religion's vegetarian diet!.[2]
Tofu is low in calories, contains beneficial amounts of iron (especially important for women of child-bearing age) and has no saturated fat or cholesterol!. Depending on the coagulant used in manufacturing, the tofu may also be high in calcium (important for bone development and maintenance), and magnesium (especially important for athletes)!. Tofu also contains soy isoflavones, which can mimic natural human estrogens and may have a variety of harmful or beneficial effects when eaten in sufficient quantities!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
"Tofu is made by coagulating soy milk and pressing the resulting curds!. Although pre-made soy milk may be used, most tofu producers begin by making their own soy milk, which is produced by soaking, grinding, boiling and straining dried (or, less commonly, fresh) soybeans!." from Wiki
The best tofu is the soft/silken tofu available in any Japanese grocery stores in the US!. I like just having cold tofu with a bit of soy source and shredded ginger!. No cooking necessary!. Www@FoodAQ@Com
The best tofu is the soft/silken tofu available in any Japanese grocery stores in the US!. I like just having cold tofu with a bit of soy source and shredded ginger!. No cooking necessary!. Www@FoodAQ@Com
It's God's gift to vegans and vegetarians!. You can use it in so many ways!.
There are many sites you can look up tofu recipes including:
http://www!.fatfree!.com/recipes/tofu/
It's really an amazing food, which you can use in so many ways!.
Hope this helps!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
There are many sites you can look up tofu recipes including:
http://www!.fatfree!.com/recipes/tofu/
It's really an amazing food, which you can use in so many ways!.
Hope this helps!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
It is Soya Bean curd and is very good for you especially if you are vegetarian or vegan, it will take on almost any flavour you choose
to cook or marinade it with!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Tofu is made from soy beans made into soy milk!. Then the soy milk is strained and forms curdle mixed with a substance so the tofu can withstand on its own (magnesium chloride)!. So that is what tofu are!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Think Tofu is to Soy Milk as Cheese is to Dairy MIlk!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
He was that "Little Person" on Fantasy Island!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Fermented soy bean curdWww@FoodAQ@Com