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Tofu

tofu, bean curd

noun TOH-foo Rare
Food & Drink Ingredients

Origin: from Japanese/Chinese dòufu

Usage Note

Tofu is the white, protein-rich curd made from coagulated soy milk. Available as Seidentofu (silken), Naturtofu (plain firm), or Räuchertofu (smoked). Used as a meat substitute, in stir-fries, soups, and desserts in Germany.

Examples

"Geräucherter Tofu lässt sich hervorragend anbraten und schmeckt kräftiger."

Natural Translation

Smoked tofu can be fried excellently and tastes more robust.

Literal Translation

Smoked tofu lets itself excellently fry and tastes more robust.

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