The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files
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S3-E35 - Bits and Pieces (of Stinky Tofu 臭豆腐) and a Pre-Announcement Announcement

The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files

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The Etymology of 'Soy' and the History of Soy Sauce

This chapter explores the origins of the word 'soy' and its connection to soy sauce, tracing its path from China to Japan and eventually to Europe. It also mentions the presence of fermented tofu, known as stinky tofu, in the Western world before 1892 and its popularity among Chinese immigrants during the gold rush.

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