tofu
word
/ˈtoʊfu/
TOH-foo
/tˈəʊfuː/
TOH-foo
Definition
Tofu is a soft, white food made from soybeans, often used as a meat substitute in cooking.
Usage & Nuances
Tofu is commonly used in vegetarian and vegan dishes. It has a mild taste and absorbs the flavors of what it's cooked with. Varieties include firm, soft (silken), and extra firm. Don't confuse tofu (the soybean product) with tempeh (fermented soybeans).
Spanish: tofuPortuguese (BR): tofu - queijo de sojaPortuguese (PT): tofu - queijo de sojaChinese (Simplified): 豆腐Chinese (Traditional): 豆腐Hindi: टोफूArabic: توفرBengali: তোফুRussian: тофуJapanese: 豆腐Vietnamese: đậu phụ - đậu hũKorean: 두부Turkish: tofuUrdu: ٹو فوIndonesian: tahu
Example Sentences
I made a salad with tofu and vegetables.
basic
Tofu is made from soybeans.
basic
You can grill or fry tofu for extra flavor.
natural
When you add spices, tofu tastes amazing.
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Sometimes I use tofu instead of chicken in curry.
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She doesn't eat meat, so she likes tofu.
basic