Tofu, also known as soya bean curd, has also been called a cheese as it is made by grinding cooked soya beans and the resulting ‘milk’ is then curdled with a coagulant.

It is thought that tofu originated in China about 2000 years ago and was introduced into Japan in the 8th century. Tofu is often described as a perfect food as it is high in …

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Serves 4

• 6oz (175g) tofu, diced
• 15mg (1 tbsp) soya sauce or tamari
• 750g (1½ lb) potatoes chopped
• (30ml) 2 tbsp olive oil
• 225g (8oz) chopped leeks
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 large aubergine, diced
• 175g (6oz) mushrooms, chopped
• 5ml (1 tsp) thyme
• 5ml (1 tsp) oregano
• 1 tbsp wholemeal flour
• 300ml (½ pint) water or vegetable stock
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Marinate the tofu by pouring the soya sauce over it and leave to stand for 30 minutes…

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