Definitions

1. noun

A food made from soybeans, often used in East Asian cuisine, either on its own or in dishes such as stir-fries and curries.

“She added tofu to the stir-fry for extra protein.”

2. verb

To treat or process soybeans in a way that makes them suitable for eating.

“The chef decided to tofu the soybeans to make them more tender.”

3. verb

To remove or extract the curds from a liquid, such as soy milk, so that they can be made into a solid food like tofu.

“They tofued the soy milk to separate the curds from the liquid.”