Taho (2024)

FAQs

What is the English of taho? ›

Borrowed from Hokkien 豆腐 (tāu-hū, “tofu; bean curd”).

It may have antioxidant properties, either directly or indirectly. Healthy taho consumption can thus help to avoid premature aging and increase bone density in female spines. It is high in vitamins and minerals that are beneficial to overall health.

Taho can also be found in China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam, and I've seen different versions in the Asian markets here, stateside. In the Philippines, though, it's one of the first street foods I fell in love with, and part of it is from the cry of the vendors singing, “Tahoooooo!” in the early morning.

These days there are many versions of taho that include flavors like ube, pandan, or strawberry syrup. What's great about making your own taho at home is that you can adjust the sweetness level of the arnibal sauce and the ratio of silken tofu and pearls added–it's completely customizable!

The white pudding part of taho is actually tofu. It is called soft silken tofu because of its soft texture and shiny appearance. It had to be made from scratch by the magtataho in the Philippines using soy beans.

Tahô (Tagalog: [tɐˈhoʔ]) is a Philippine snack food made of fresh soft/silken tofu, arnibal (sweetener and flavoring), and sago pearl (similar to tapioca pearls).

Warm or Cold: While taho is traditionally served warm, if you prefer it cold, just skip the tofu steaming, and wait for the arnibal syrup to cool before assembling.

Contains antinutrients

Like most plant foods, tofu contains several antinutrients. These compounds are naturally found in plant foods and lower your body's ability to absorb nutrients from food ( 6 ).

It is absolutely safe to eat soy foods if you have diabetes.

A: Taho: To retain its freshness for up to 2 days, make sure to properly store it in the fridge and remove the excess water from the tub. Soy Milk: To retain its freshness for up to 7 days, make sure to properly store it in the fridge.

Can dogs eat taho? ›

Absolutely! Tofu is pressed soy curd, so it's entirely safe for your dog. Tofu is made using a process that adds in some essential vitamins and minerals, like iron, zinc, and magnesium, so tofu for dogs is even better than soy proteins in other forms would be. When consuming tofu, dogs might be a little extra gassy.

'Taho' became a part of someone's life because of its taste and appearance. Not only that, 'taho' became a part of someone's life because it is one of the food that people search for when they are hungry, sad, and in need of comfort.

Indulge in the classic chilled taho - a refreshing twist on a traditional favorite. Satisfy your cravings with this chilled delicacy and experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for a hot summer day or any time you need a cool treat.

Since it's a soy-based food, taho is a great healthy breakfast meal to start your day. It lessens your risk of developing heart disease and osteoporosis, which is perfect since we usually sit on our chairs all day.

History. The history of taho is debatable, but early records suggest it may trace its origin to China. Prior to the Spanish Occupation, Chinese were common traders with Filipinos, thus influencing Philippine cuisine.

There is silken tofu (which we may recognize as taho), semi-firm tofu, and firm tofu. Extra firm tofu is what we know as tokwa.

The sauce in taho is called arnibal, which is traditionally a brown sugar simple syrup. It consists of only two ingredients: brown sugar and water. It can vary in color depending on the sugar used and the cooking time.