It is time for tofu to have its moment. We’ve said it countless times, and we’ll say it again: when it comes to tofu, it’s all in the preparation. Whether you’re a tofu beginner or just looking to mix up your typical tofu, here are nine vegan ways to make tofu delicious. But first, what is it exactly? And why should you eat it? What is tofu? First eaten in China roughly 2,000 years ago, tofu has remained an ingredient staple for many people over the centuries.