ANST - Period ... tofu?

[Mark.S Harris]

maddie teller-kook wrote:
> OK, this is from The Food Chronology by James Trager:
> 
> It states that Tofu came into being during the Tang period. It became a
> chinese dietary staple... It was introduced into Japan in the 13th century.
> It became popular with budhists since theydidn't eat meat.  On another
> note.. soy sauce was introduced during the Sung period in china.
> 
> Hope this helps..
> 
> Meadhbh
> 
> >A friend has asked if I can find period tofu receipies.
> >... I didn't ask any questions ... <grin!>
> >Ronnie.

So, when was it first used in Europe?  I assume post-period, but I'd
like to confirm this.

And what IS tofu made from? I assume it is some kind of solidified
soy protein, but...

Thanks.
  Stefan li Rous
  stefan at texas.net
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