Book of Tofu
by William Shurtleff
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Author: William ShurtleffEdition: Mass Market Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1987-07-12
ISBN: 0345351819
Number of pages: 448
Publisher: Ballantine Books
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Book Review: Definitive Guide to Tofu
Summary: 5 Stars
Call me weird, but tofu has always been one of my favorite foods, and I love trying any recipe that calls for it, from tofu ice cream, tofu mousse, to tofu noodles and tofu fishcakes. So when I came across this book, I was naturally intrigued.
Its lack of color photos was initially a turnoff, but the book more than makes up for that with its deep exploration of tofu's history, cultural significance throughout the world, and many, many recipes. A good majority of the recipes are Japanese influenced, but the ingredients are pretty common and should be available in most major supermarkets. Other recipes have a western bent, like pizza toast with deep-fried tofu, or tofu tartare sauce.
Shurtleff and Aoyagi discuss the different types of tofu in sections. They discuss where to buy them, their nutritional value, how to store them, and most importantly, how to cook them. Perhaps most charming about the book is the section on the 'traditional craft' of tofu, which illustrates how tofu was traditionally made. For those not inclined to making their own tofu, however, there is a helpful (though possibly outdated) index of tofu manufacturers throughout the world, and a short list of reputed tofu restaurants in Japan.
Summary of Book of Tofu
An Incredible Food From The East To Revolutionize Cooking In The WestAmazingly versatile, ideal for weight control, low in saturated fats and cholesterol free, tofu is widely available in America today. This beautifully illustrated book is a complete guide to tofu, its forms, its traditions, including:
250 Gourmet Recipes from East and West -- Soups, Salads, Dressings, Sauces, Main Dishes, Casseroles, Barbecued and Deep-Fried Specialties, and Desserts.
Easy-to-Follow Instructions for Making 7 Varieties of Tofu at Home.
A Clear, Scientific Guide to Nutritional Benefits.
A Definitive Guide to Soyfoods, Japanese Foods, and Sources in the United States.
The protein backbone of East Asian diets, tofu offers an ideal answer to the protein problem for millions of nutrition-conscious Americans. Natural and inexpensive, quick and easy to prepare, an inspiration to creative cookery, tofu is a miraculous addition to the American menu, a food of the future.
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