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dtâo-hûu
เต้าหู้
Bean curd or tofu, a staple protein in Thai cuisine. Used in countless dishes from pad thai to tom yum soup. Available at every market, 7-Eleven, and restaurant. Thai speakers distinguish between soft tofu (เต้าหู้นุ่ม) for soups and firm tofu (เต้าหู้แข็ง) for stir-fries. Essential vocabulary for vegetarians and anyone ordering food in Thailand.
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