also: ゴマどうふ
noun
goma tofu; sesame tofu
A traditional Japanese dish made from ground sesame paste and kudzu starch, resembling tofu in texture but containing no soybeans. Often served as a savory appetizer with wasabi and soy sauce, or as a sweet dessert.
精進料理では、ごま豆腐がよく出されます。
Goma tofu is often served in Buddhist vegetarian cuisine.
このお店のごま
The goma tofu at this restaurant has a rich sesame flavor and is very delicious.
Regular tofu made from soybeans, while ごま豆腐 is made from sesame paste and contains no soy.
Compound of ごま (sesame) and 豆腐 (tofu), referring to a sesame-based dish with a tofu-like texture.