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Tofu is a protein source made from soy products. The Chinese invented tofu over 2000 years ago. According to wikipedia:
Tofu, also called bean curd, is a food made by coagulating soy juice and then pressing the resulting curds into soft white blocks. It is a component in many East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines.[3][4] There are many different varieties of tofu, including fresh tofu and tofu that has been processed in some way. Tofu has a subtle flavor and can be used in savory and sweet dishes. It is often seasoned or marinated to suit the dish.
Tofu originated in ancient China.[5] Chinese legend ascribes its invention to prince Liu An (Chinese: 劉安 Liú Ān, 179–122 BC). Tofu and its production technique were introduced into Korea and then Japan[6][7][8] during the Nara period. It spread into other parts of East Asia as well.[9] This spread likely coincided with the spread of Buddhism because it is an important source of protein in the vegetarian diet of East Asian Buddhism.[6] Li Shizhen in the Ming Dynasty described a method of making tofu in Bencao Gangmu.[10]I have eaten tofu before and it is pretty bland. I used it in a shake drink. I think the idea of tofu as a protein source is great. Hopefully, someone will invent tofu that tastes like meat. Maybe they have already and I just haven't found something I like, yet. I still think tofu is a great invention.
by Rita Jean Moran (www.thelibrarykids.com)
Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tofu
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veggie_burger
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