I'm not a fan of tofu. I'm willing to give it a shot, because it's in so many recipes, but I need a good "new to tofu" recipe. I'm a good cookso any recipe is fine. I'm just looking for something to ease me into tofu =)
I'm not a fan of tofu. I'm willing to give it a shot, because it's in so many recipes, but I need a good "new to tofu" recipe. I'm a good cook
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i have not tried this exact recipe (and there are more variations in the comments) but it's a pretty beginner-ish one to try.
pan-fried tofu from the vegcooking blog
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chunks of smoked tofu in a stir fry is very nice.
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Easy Tofu Prep:
1. Remove from package and drain excess fluid. Blot on a paper towel.
2. Marinade in a desired sauce (The longer the stronger the flavour).
3. Cube and fry between medium and high heat in oil until outside is crispy and middle is cooked through.
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this gets my vote. If not smoked, make sure you use firm tofu. Silken tofu has more of a slimy consistency and while some people enjoy it in a stir-fry, I certainly don't. However silken tofu is awesome for making icing on cakes etc.Originally Posted by Miso Jace
You can buy the kinds that are already baked & marinated.
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I made pie this last week:
http://www.veggieboards.com/boards/s...=52905&page=15
(First post on pg. 15 where "yally" is quoting a response)
Oh...so yummy.
Add sugar to taste. I had to stop the blender several times to redistribute the silken tofu. But the final product was a puddingish, rich, chocolate-peanut butter pie.
Super easy.
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I'd say start with scrambled tofu "eggs".
I crumble it with my hands until it approximates the look of scrambled eggs. Heat it up in some oil. Sprinkle some tumeric in and mix it up for coloring. I also like adding a splash of soy sauce and some green onions for flavor.
I serve it with toast and some fried potatoes and vegetables. Mmm mmm good breakfast.
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I second the eggs idea. Dice up some potatoes and fry them up for a couple minutes. Throw in a full package of Trader Joe's Vegan Soy Chorizo. Stir in the crumbed tofu. Add a couple spoonfuls of salsa. Mix it all over low heat for a minute. Eat it on a plate. Wrap it in a burrito with soy sour cream, fresh guacamole, fresh squeezed lime, and fresh cilantro. Dang, I'm getting hungry....
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Stir fries helped me ease into tofu, that's the route I'd suggest to someone else trying to ease into using tofu in meals.
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