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{{Short description|Philippine snack food}}
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{{Infobox prepared food
{{Other uses|Taho (disambiguation)}}
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| name = Taho
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{{Infobox food
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| name = Tahô
| image = Taho2.jpg
| image = Taho2.jpg
| image_size = 240px
| image_size = 240px
| caption = A cup of ''taho''
| caption = A cup of ''tahô''
| country = [[Philippines]]
| country = [[Philippines]]
| region = Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam
| region =
| creator =
| creator =
| course = [[Dessert]], [[Snack food|snack]]
| course = [[Dessert]], [[Snack food|snack]]
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| main_ingredient = [[Tofu#Varieties|Silken]] [[tofu]], ''arnibal'' ([[brown sugar]] [[syrup]]), [[sago]] pearls
| main_ingredient = [[Tofu#Varieties|Silken]] [[tofu]], ''arnibal'' ([[brown sugar]] [[syrup]]), [[sago]] pearls
| variations =
| variations =
| calories = 323<ref>{{cite web | title =Taho: Nutrition Facts | url=http://www.recipezaar.com/298213 | accessdate = 2008-07-16}}</ref>
| calories = 323<ref>{{cite web | title =Taho: Nutrition Facts | url=http://www.recipezaar.com/298213 | access-date = July 16, 2008}}</ref>
| other =
| other =
| similar_dish = [[Douhua]]
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}}
[[File:Sago1.jpg|thumb|240px|right|Raw sago "pearls"]]
[[File:Sago1.jpg|thumb|240px|right|Raw sago "pearls"]]
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'''Tahô''' ({{IPA|tl|tɐˈhoʔ|lang}}) is a Philippine [[snack food]] made of fresh [[Tofu#Varieties|soft/silken]] [[tofu]], ''arnibal'' (sweetener and flavoring), and [[Sago|sago pearl]] (similar to [[tapioca pearls]]).<ref>{{cite web | title = How to make Taho | url=http://www.tahoonline.info/howto.html | access-date = May 5, 2007 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20070503151341/http://www.tahoonline.info/howto.html <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archive-date = May 3, 2007}}</ref> This staple [[comfort food]] is a signature sweet and tahô [[peddler]]s can be found all over the country.
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[[File:Magtatahô.jpg|thumb|240px|right|A ''mantataho'' walking through a residential area in [[Manila]].]]
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'''Taho''' ({{IPA-tl|tɐˈhoʔ|lang}}) is a [[Philippines|Philippine]] [[snack food]] made of fresh [[Tofu#Varieties|soft/silken]] [[tofu]], ''arnibal'' (sweetener and flavoring), and [[Sago|sago pearl]] (similar to [[tapioca pearls]]).<ref>{{cite web | last = | first = | title = How to make Taho | url=http://www.tahoonline.info/howto.html | accessdate = 2007-05-05 |archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20070503151341/http://www.tahoonline.info/howto.html <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archivedate = 2007-05-03}}</ref> This staple [[comfort food]] is a signature sweet and taho [[peddler]]s can be found all over the country. The [[Indonesian cuisine|Indonesian]] and Thai equivalent of this snack is Tauhue, and the [[Malaysian cuisine|Malaysian]] equivalent of this snack is called Taufufah.


== History ==
==History==
{{Main|Douhua}}
Through early records, it is evident that taho traces its origin to the Chinese '''[[douhua]]''' ([[Traditional Chinese characters|Chinese]]: 豆花; [[pinyin]]: ''dòuhuā''). The dish was introduced to the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries by historical Chinese migration.
The dish originates from [[Hokkien people|Hokkien]] ''[[douhua|tāu-hū]]'' (豆腐), which was introduced to the Philippines via [[Hokkien people|Hokkien]] immigrants.<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Yap |first1=Gloria Chan |title=Hokkien Chinese Borrowings in Tagalog |journal=Pacific Linguistics |date=1977 |volume=8 |issue=71 |url=https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/159465146.pdf}}</ref>


== Processing and preparation ==
== Processing and preparation ==
Most taho vendors prepare the separate ingredients before dawn. The main ingredient, fresh soft/silken tofu, is processed to a consistency that is very similar to a very fine [[custard]]. The [[brown sugar]] is [[Caramelization|caramelized]] and mixed with water to create a viscous [[amber]]-colored syrup called ''arnibal''. Flavors, like [[vanilla]] are sometimes added to the ''arnibal''. [[Sago]] pearls, purchased from the local market, are boiled to a gummy consistency until they are a translucent white. In lieu of making soft tofu from scratch, one can use a soft tofu mix from the store.<ref>{{cite web | last = | first = | title = Homemade Taho Recipe | url= https://pilipinasrecipes.com/homemade-taho-recipe/}}</ref>
Most ''tahô'' vendors prepare the separate ingredients before dawn. The main ingredient, fresh soft/silken tofu, is processed to a consistency that is very similar to a very fine [[custard]]. The [[brown sugar]] is [[Caramelization|caramelized]] and mixed with water to create a viscous [[amber]]-colored syrup called ''arnibal''. Flavors like [[vanilla]] are sometimes added to the ''arnibal''. [[Sago]] pearls, which can be bought at the local market, are boiled to a gummy consistency until they are a translucent white. In lieu of making soft tofu from scratch, one can use a soft tofu mix from the store.<ref>{{cite web | title = Homemade Taho Recipe | url= https://pilipinasrecipes.com/homemade-taho-recipe/}}</ref>


Leftover taho, if significant amounts are found, are sometimes repurposed into [[Tokwa]].
Leftover ''tahô,'' if significant amounts are found, is sometimes repurposed into ''[[tokwa]]'' ("tofu" in Filipino).


==Marketing==<!-- This section is linked from [[Magtataho]] -->
==Marketing==<!-- This section is linked from [[Magtataho]] -->
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[[File:Magtatahô.jpg|thumb|240px|right|A ''mágtatahô'' walking through a residential area in [[Manila]].]]
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The ''Mantataho'' (''taho'' vendor) is a common sight in the Philippine streets. A ''mantataho'' carries two large [[aluminum]] buckets that hang from each end of a [[carrying pole]]. The larger bucket carries the tofu base; the smaller bucket holds the ''arnibal'' and sago pearls.
[[File:Strawberry taho vendor in Baguio.jpg|thumb|A strawberry taho vendor in Session Road, Baguio.]]
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The ''Mágtatahô'' (''tahô'' vendor) is a common sight in the Philippine streets. A ''mágtatahô'' carries two large [[aluminum]] buckets that hang from each end of a [[carrying pole]]. The larger bucket carries the tofu base; the smaller bucket holds the ''arnibal'', sago pearls, and cash box.


Taho [[Merchant|vendors]] [[Peddler|peddle]] their product in a distinctive manner, calling its name in a full, rising inflection as they walk at a leisurely pace on the sidewalk or along the side of the road. Most ''mantataho'' keep a habitual route and schedule, calling out ''"Tahoooooo!"'' to attract a customer's attention. Though vendors are most likely to ply their routes early in the morning, it is not uncommon for a ''mantataho'' to be spotted in the late afternoon or evening as well.
''Tahô'' [[Merchant|vendors]] [[Peddler|peddle]] their product in a distinctive manner, walking at a leisurely pace on the sidewalk or shoulder of the road. Most ''mágtatahô'' travel a habitual route and schedule, often calling out ''"Tahô!"'' in a loud and full rising inflection to attract customers’ attention. Although vendors are most likely to ply their routes early in the morning, it is not uncommon for a ''mágtatahô'' to work in the late afternoon or evening as well.


Most ''mantataho'' carry plastic cups, often in two sizes, and spoons (sometimes straws) for their product. Some customers in residential areas tend to use their own cups, and the vendors price their product accordingly (The price usually costs around 20 Php for a standard-sized mug). Using a wide, shallow metal [[watch glass]]-shaped [[Scoop (utensil)|scoop]], they skim the surface of the bean curd and toss out any excess water, before scooping the bean curd itself into a cup. Then, using a long, thin metal ladle, they scoop [[sago]] or [[tapioca]] pearls and ''arnibal'' into the cup, loosely mixing it in.
Most ''mágtatahô'' carry plastic cups, often in two sizes, and spoons or straws to serve their product. Some customers in residential areas tend to use their own cups, and the vendors price their product accordingly (usually at around twenty [[Philippine peso]]s, or [[United States dollar|US]]$0.42 for a standard-sized mug). Using a wide, shallow metal [[watch glass]]-shaped [[Scoop (utensil)|scoop]], they skim the surface of the bean curd and toss out any excess water, before scooping the bean curd itself into a cup. Then, using a long, thin metal ladle with a tiny bowl, they scoop [[sago]] or [[tapioca]] pearls and ''arnibal'' into the cup, loosely mixing it in.


==Eating==
==Eating==
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Taho is enjoyed either with a spoon, sipping it with a straw, or by simply slurping it straight from the cup. Though traditionally served warm, cold varieties exist in supermarkets and food stalls in [[cafeteria]]s with bean curd in a solid, unbroken state. These pre-packed cups, sold with a plastic spoon or wooden [[ice pop]] stick, tend to contain a firmer tofu.
''Tahô'' is enjoyed either with a spoon, sipping it with a straw, or by simply slurping it straight from the cup. Though traditionally served warm, cold varieties exist in supermarkets and food stalls in [[cafeteria]]s with bean curd in a solid, unbroken state. These pre-packed cups, sold with a plastic spoon or wooden [[ice pop]] stick, tend to contain firmer tofu.


==Varieties==
==Varieties==
[[File:Strawberry Taho in Baguio City, Jan 2024.jpg|thumb|A strawberry taho in Baguio|221x221px]]
In Baguio, there is also a [[strawberry]] variety of ''taho'', wherein strawberry syrup is used instead of ''arnibal''. Other varieties are white [[cane sugar]] syrup, or [[chocolate]] flavor.{{citation needed|date=July 2014}}
In [[Baguio]], there is also a [[strawberry]] variety of ''tahô'', wherein strawberry syrup is used instead of ''arnibal''. Other varieties use white [[cane sugar]] syrup, or [[chocolate]] sauce.{{citation needed|date=July 2014}}
<ref>{{cite web|url=https://fieldtripboy.com/baguio-food-trip-strawberry-taho/|title=Baguio Food Trip: Strawberry Taho|date=26 January 2013|publisher=|accessdate=21 December 2017}}</ref>
<ref>{{cite web|url=https://fieldtripboy.com/baguio-food-trip-strawberry-taho/|title=Baguio Food Trip: Strawberry Taho|date=January 26, 2013|access-date=December 21, 2017|archive-date=May 21, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170521011139/https://fieldtripboy.com/baguio-food-trip-strawberry-taho/|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==See also==
==See also==
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[[Category:Snack foods]]
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[[Category:Tofu dishes]]
[[Category:Tofu dishes]]
[[Category:Chinese fusion cuisine]]
[[Category:Chinese fusion cuisine]]
[[Category:Philippine fusion cuisine]]
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[[Category:Street food in the Philippines]]

Latest revision as of 03:20, 21 November 2024

For other uses, see Taho (disambiguation).

Tahô
A cup of tahô
CourseDessert, snack
Place of originPhilippines
Serving temperatureWarm or room temperature
Main ingredientsSilken tofu, arnibal (brown sugar syrup), sago pearls
Food energy
(per serving)
323[1] kcal
Similar dishesDouhua
Raw sago "pearls"

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).[2] This staple comfort food is a signature sweet and tahô peddlers can be found all over the country.

History

Main article: Douhua

The dish originates from Hokkien tāu-hū (豆腐), which was introduced to the Philippines via Hokkien immigrants.[3]

Processing and preparation

Most tahô vendors prepare the separate ingredients before dawn. The main ingredient, fresh soft/silken tofu, is processed to a consistency that is very similar to a very fine custard. The brown sugar is caramelized and mixed with water to create a viscous amber-colored syrup called arnibal. Flavors like vanilla are sometimes added to the arnibal. Sago pearls, which can be bought at the local market, are boiled to a gummy consistency until they are a translucent white. In lieu of making soft tofu from scratch, one can use a soft tofu mix from the store.[4]

Leftover tahô, if significant amounts are found, is sometimes repurposed into tokwa ("tofu" in Filipino).

Marketing

A mágtatahô walking through a residential area in Manila.
A strawberry taho vendor in Session Road, Baguio.

The Mágtatahô (tahô vendor) is a common sight in the Philippine streets. A mágtatahô carries two large aluminum buckets that hang from each end of a carrying pole. The larger bucket carries the tofu base; the smaller bucket holds the arnibal, sago pearls, and cash box.

Tahô vendors peddle their product in a distinctive manner, walking at a leisurely pace on the sidewalk or shoulder of the road. Most mágtatahô travel a habitual route and schedule, often calling out "Tahô!" in a loud and full rising inflection to attract customers’ attention. Although vendors are most likely to ply their routes early in the morning, it is not uncommon for a mágtatahô to work in the late afternoon or evening as well.

Most mágtatahô carry plastic cups, often in two sizes, and spoons or straws to serve their product. Some customers in residential areas tend to use their own cups, and the vendors price their product accordingly (usually at around twenty Philippine pesos, or US$0.42 for a standard-sized mug). Using a wide, shallow metal watch glass-shaped scoop, they skim the surface of the bean curd and toss out any excess water, before scooping the bean curd itself into a cup. Then, using a long, thin metal ladle with a tiny bowl, they scoop sago or tapioca pearls and arnibal into the cup, loosely mixing it in.

Eating

Tahô is enjoyed either with a spoon, sipping it with a straw, or by simply slurping it straight from the cup. Though traditionally served warm, cold varieties exist in supermarkets and food stalls in cafeterias with bean curd in a solid, unbroken state. These pre-packed cups, sold with a plastic spoon or wooden ice pop stick, tend to contain firmer tofu.

Varieties

A strawberry taho in Baguio

In Baguio, there is also a strawberry variety of tahô, wherein strawberry syrup is used instead of arnibal. Other varieties use white cane sugar syrup, or chocolate sauce.[citation needed] [5]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Taho: Nutrition Facts". Retrieved July 16, 2008.
  2. ^ "How to make Taho". Archived from the original on May 3, 2007. Retrieved May 5, 2007.
  3. ^ Yap, Gloria Chan (1977). "Hokkien Chinese Borrowings in Tagalog" (PDF). Pacific Linguistics. 8 (71).
  4. ^ "Homemade Taho Recipe".
  5. ^ "Baguio Food Trip: Strawberry Taho". January 26, 2013. Archived from the original on May 21, 2017. Retrieved December 21, 2017.
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