Tofu with sago pearls

Taho: Filipino Sweet Tofu dessert consisting of silken tofu, arnibal, and tapioca balls FILIPINO SWEET TOFU DESSERT Early in the morning or sometime in the late afternoon, you’ll hear a man yelling “TAHO! TA-HO! TAAAHOO!” That signals it’s time to grab your money and wait outside your door for the taho man. This is a familiar routine for many in the Philippines. I was lucky to experience it during summer vacations as a kid, as well as during my study abroad program in college. Taho is a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack that is enjoyed all year long. WHAT IS TAHO? Taho is a street snack comprised of three ingredients: soft tofu, arnibal (simple syrup), and sago (tapioca balls). It is usually served warm or at room temperature. However, you can also enjoy the tofu chilled for a cooling treat. Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and many other neighboring Asian countries have their own version of this sweet tofu snack. Taho. Layered sweet dessert consisting of silken tofu, arnibal, and tapioca balls WHEN IS TAHO EATEN? Taho is usually eaten as a light breakfast or as a sweet afternoon snack. It is enjoyed in the Philippines year round. Taho is served in tiny snack sized portions. It’s usually served in a small 5 to 8 oz cups. Silken tofu is rather low in fat with a small amount of protein. However, taho is technically a dessert because it’s full of sugar. Sugar from the simple syrup and the sugars from the tapioca balls. NOTE: the portions in the glassware photographed above serve 2.