In the book "Rules of Attraction" by Simone Elkeles, the author expresses a strong opinion about the use of tofu in Mexican cuisine. She believes that incorporating tofu into dishes and labeling them as Mexican is disrespectful and trivializes her cultural heritage.
This quote highlights a broader concern regarding authenticity in food and cultural appropriation. Elkeles emphasizes that traditional recipes should be preserved and respected, rather than altered in ways that misrepresent their origins.