If this protein isnt on your radar yet, it should be!
Ali Redmond
Protein is an essential nutrient that helps run your bodys show.
Its so important that its in every single cell in your body!
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We need it to make muscles, skin, bones, hormones, antibodies and more.
Proteinis made of tiny building blocks called amino acids.
When we eat protein-containing foods, our bodies rearrange those amino acids to build their own internal protein supply.
Even though there are loads of protein-containing foods, there is one high-protein food thats seriously underrated.
And we think you should be eating more of it!
Read on to learn all about this often-overlooked protein, plus tasty ways to work it into your meals.
But thats just the beginning.
Tofu is loaded with nutrition and delivers multiple health benefits (more on this soon).
Plus, its magic in the kitchen!
What Is Tofu?
Tofu is a soybean-derived staple that originated in China more than 2,000 years ago.
Since then, it has also become a staple in other East Asian countries like Japan and Korea.
Yet, it has only made its way to Western cuisine in recent years.
Tofu is made via a multi-step process.
First, soybeans are soaked in water and then ground into soymilk.
Additionally, its calcium may help prevent breast cancer cells from multiplying.
There are endless ways to prepare it!
In the morning, its delicious in thisPeanut-Ginger Tofu Scramble.
Its also a win for lunch in ourPeanut Noodle Cup Soupor in theseBeefless Vegan Tacosfor dinner.
Because each has its own unique texture, their uses differ widely.
The Bottom Line
Tofu deserves a lot of love!
Plus, its incredibly versatile, not to mention affordable.
So, toss a package in your shopping cart!
If youve never cooked with tofu before, we have you covered with theseeasy tofu cooking tips!
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