Asian Tofu by Andrea Nguyen

Asian Tofu by Andrea Nguyen

From sleek, silken tofu with delicate toppings to piping-hot fried satchels in a robust sauce, tofu provides a versatile canvas for the intricate flavors and textures that Asian and vegetarian cooks have long enjoyed. America has embraced tofu as a healthy, affordable ingredient. And while it has been welcomed into sophisticated mainstream dining, tofu is often hidden in Western guises and in limited applications. In her third intrepid cookbook, celebrated food writer and teacher ANDREA NGUYEN aims to elevate this time-honored staple to a new place of prominence on every table.

Asian Tofu's nearly 100 recipes explore authentic, ancient fare and modern twists that capture the culinary spirit of East, Southeast, and South Asia. There are spectacular favorites from Japan, Korea, Thailand, Singapore, and India, as well as delicious dishes from Taipei, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and New York. Andrea demystifies tofu and interprets traditional Asian cuisine for cooks, sharing compelling personal stories and dispatches from some of the world's best tofu artisans along the way.

For those who want to take their skills to the next level, the tofu tutorial clearly outlines tofu-making technique, encouraging readers to experiment with the unparalleled flavors of homemade varieties. But time-pressed cooks needn't fear: while a few recipes, such as Silken Tofu and Seasoned Soy Milk Hot Pot, are truly best with homemade tofu, most are terrific with store-bought products. Some traditional dishes combine tofu with meat in brilliant partnerships, such as Spicy Tofu with Beef and Sichuan Peppercorn and Tofu with Kimchi and Pork Belly, but this collection is predominantly vegetarian and vegan, including the pristinely flavored Spiced Tofu and Coconut in Banana Leaf and vibrant Spicy Lemongrass Tofu Salad. And innovations such as Okara Doughnuts reveal tofu's more playful side.

For health- and eco-conscious eaters and home chefs who are inspired to make the journey from bean to curd, Asian Tofu is the perfect guide.

Andrea Nguyen is a San Francisco Bay Area-based author, teacher, and consultant. She was born in Vietnam and moved to the United States when she was six years old. Andrea's food writing has featured in publications such as the Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Saveur, and Rodale's Organic Living, where she also contributes as a contributing editor.

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ISBN 13	9781607740254
ISBN 10	1607740257
Title	Asian Tofu
Author	Andrea Nguyen
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Random House USA Inc
Year published	2012-02-28
Number of pages	240
Prizes	Commended for IACP Crystal Whisk Award (Single Subject) 2013
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.