Fermented soy foods may be easier for some people to digest than tofu and other unfermented soy. Tempeh, miso and soy sauce are the best known among fermented soy foods. Tempeh has a firm, hearty texture that makes it ideal for use in vegetarian chili, stews and soups.
El Salvador has been marginalized in Latin America and is still little-known outside of this region. Culture and Customs of El Salvador emphasizes the mixture of indigenous and Spanish heritage that colors the society. Boland brings special insight to the essential topics, from history to the arts. A chronology, glossary, and numerous photos enhance the text.
Ironically, its long-term effect was to further mask that group's distinctiveness. El Salvador's volcanic landscape was once dotted with populous Maya and Nahuatl settlements, yet today it is considered one of the most white nations of Central America. As a reaction to the repression of 1932, many Indians consciously masked their ethnic identity.