subject: Organic Tofu And Its Increased Benefit [print this page] There's a change in the Modern American diets due to more and more people heeding researchers' advice about what they eat.
To the health-conscious who have been heeding advice from the experts, food not only needs to be delicious but also nutritious and healthy. A great alternative for meat is tofu and it's been a main staple in the diets of vegetarians and health eaters alike. Organic tofu is being chosen by more tofu enthusiasts because of the growing trend of organic food.
Tofu is derived from soybean curd and, based on its moisture content, is used in a variety of cuisine. Having the consistency of custard, soft tofu is often used in making tofu-based desserts. In order to be used in recipes, firm tofu, which has lower moisture content, is pressed into blocks. Dried tofu, which has the lowest moisture content, is used crumbled or sliced or even pressed into noodles. In most recipes, tofu can substitute meat or be used as an alternative for dairy products when it's been made into a puree. Tofu has little flavor which makes it easier to absorb the flavor of the ingredients of the dish. Tofu is used in different cuisines that are served either grilled, raw, fried, or stewed.
The difference between the traditional tofu and the organic one is that the soy milk is actually organic. Some benefits of eating tofu is that it's low in calories, has no cholesterol, and is packed with protein. Tofu has soy protein which is helpful in reducing the risk of heart disease. But with organic tofu, the health benefits increase even more. You minimize or eliminate exposure to chemical additives or genetic modification when because of organic soy milk.
Since a lot of people are committed to organic tofu, they prefer to make their own tofu at home. Besides it being relatively easy, you can also ensure having complete control over all the ingredients. Tofu-making kits you can use at home are available online and this will ensure that you can always have organic tofu.
