Making tofu taste good is all about how you cook it. | Choosing Chia
When it comes to plant-based protein, tofu is as versatile as they come. Made by pressing condensed soy milk curds into solid white blocks, tofu comes in varying levels of softness, making them ideal for a variety of vegan recipes.
All of the varieties of tofu make it a versatile food that can be used in all kinds of recipes, from bowls to barbecue and even desserts. And there are a handful of tools that can make cooking tofu that much easier. A tofu press helps to remove excess liquid from tofu so that it is extra firm, allowing it to better absorb sauces and marinades and giving it a meatier texture. You can even try making your own tofu using a tofu maker! Click here to learn more about the different kinds of tofu and their health benefits.
Need some ideas on how to use tofu? Let these 31 recipes inspire you to get cooking.
Breakfast is served with this veggie-and-tofu-packed burrito.
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Smoky plant-based ham, crispy tofu patty, and dairy-free cheese sandwiched between an English muffin. Need we say more?
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It’s like scrambled eggs, but made with tofu. Everything is better on toast.
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On the hunt for a hearty and delicious breakfast recipe? Look no further.
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Whip this keto tofu scramble up in minutes.
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Yes, you can make cheese out of tofu. Your morning bagel never tasted so good.
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You don’t need eggs to make this veggie-filled quiche.
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When it comes to vegan tofu-based egg bites, do serving sizes even count? (The answer is a resounding “no.”)
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You can whip up a BLT sandwich with these smoky maple tofu bacon strips. Or, serve them as is beside a stack of pancakes.
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This vegan tofu egg salad is perfect for breakfast or brunch. Full of plant protein, you can serve this eggless salad atop toast or enjoy as is.
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Lunch is served. Enjoy this classic Chinese-inspired dish sans meat.
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Dunk these crispy fried tofu nuggets in your favorite sauce. You can also enjoy them in a wrap or atop a salad.
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Appease your grumbling belly with this crispy, pan-fried tofu in a sweet and tangy Asian-style orange sauce. Serve with noodles or white rice for a tasty, filling meal.
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This tofu recipe is bursting with flavor. The eggplant noodles are tossed in a spicy Asian-style marinade. The sesame seed-crusted tofu is pan-seared to perfection and caramelized with soy sauce. You’re definitely going to want seconds.
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Tofu tossed in flaky coconut, fried to crispy perfection, and topped with a sweet chili sauce—need we say more?
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Whip this vegan black pepper tofu stir-fry dish up in under 30 minutes. Just make sure you save some room for dessert.
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For another delicious Asian-inspired recipe, try this easy baked tofu in a garlic black pepper sauce. Add in sautéed veggies like broccoli, asparagus, or bell peppers and serve over rice or sesame noodles.
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These crispy tofu nuggets are baked to crunchy perfection and smothered in a sticky sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Try not to go back for seconds.
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This simple vegan tofu curry dish is flavor-packed. Perfect for meal prepping, this dish features red chili peppers, onion, fresh ginger, carrots, tofu, and more.
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These crispy vegan tofu nuggets were made for dipping.
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These East Asian-style tofu “beef” bowls are packed with protein.
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All seasoning. No meat.
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It’s as sweet as it is sour.
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Enjoy these Asian-inspired tofu balls with rice.
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No oven is needed to make this peanut butter tofu pie.
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You can whip this chocolate and peanut butter pudding up using tofu.
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This silken tofu- and avocado-based key lime pie features a graham cracker crust. Try eating just one slice.
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This creamy vegan dark chocolate tofu cheesecake features a sweet and salty peanut butter pretzel crust.
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You don’t need any dairy to whip up this strawberry silken tofu pudding.
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Whip up this decadent and velvety smooth silk tofu chocolate mousse.
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This post was last modified on December 15, 2020 7:33 am